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TIONS AND
ACTIVITIES
A, Vocational
3, Aesthetic
d. Theatrical
(1) Drama

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GESm^IAN

iibendpost > U^jt. 28, 1929*

TiJii (3:hi.:an theater

Schnitzler's '^Love /if fair" Draws Large Crowd

The first literary performance of the season was given yesterday afternoon at
the German theater • Schnitzler's "Liebelei," a profound drama v/ith an invol-
ved plot showing deeply etched characters, has been written with the assump-
tion that artists of first rank are available. To produce the play on a small
stage—and our German theater happened to attempt just that—is tantamount to
a great risk, and therefore, it is gratifying indeed that the performance was
a success#

The two main characters of the play show a Viennese love-scene among certain
circles in an open unperturbed manner; a most gripping presentation* The por-
trayal of **Christine" by Hela Lindelof , was of rare sincerity, and very awe-
inspiring* This new personage of the German theater undoubtedly deserves credit
for the play's great success* Particularly in the final terrifying scene, this
talented actress found an opportunity to shov/ her art to its greatest advantage*
Excellent in expression and diction, her work must be recorded as an exceptional

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Abendpost > Oct. 28, 1929.

acoomplishnent •

Very impressive also was Hans Muenz, in the role of ^Fritz,'* a part requiring
diverse qualifications. He inparted to this character the right degree of
dejection, and thereby, also displayed his unusual ability. With the acquisi-
tion of this new member, Angelo Lippich apparently made a good choice.

Mrs. Hoist ein, as the little, jovial, care-free "Mizi,** gave us a charming
dialectical presentation of the young Viennese girl. Obviously she enjoyed
this natural, vivacious part. Angelo Lippich, as friend "Theodore," v/as good

and sjonpathetic as sJLways. The musician and father of "Christine," was por-
trayed by Kurt Kupfer, who imparted a fine understanding to his work by add-
ing a proper artistic conception.

Ernst Robert did well, but somehow was not satis'fying in every respect so
far as the role of "The I<Iaster" is concerned. Originally cold and disdainful,
his portrayal proved effective, but his attitude, his characterization of the
part was somewhat unconvincing.

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Abendpost, Oct. 28, 1929.

Moreover Johanna Eisemann, as **IIathi-ine Binder,** was not teiiiperainentally
adapted to this type, regardless of her versatile artistic qualities. Her
part demands anything but laughter, and as a coniical old v.oman, she did not
do justice to the serious nature oi* this chc.rr.cter.

The performance under the capable and skillful direction of Hans loienz rested

on solid pillars of genuine artistry, gi\ing a highly meritorious ensemble.

It v.as a successful beginning, ,;iving as^^ursnce of many a delightful hour in
the future.

All actors v;ere accorded a most deserving reception at the final curtain call,

The house v,as well filled. The few vacant seats were attributed to the very
fine weather.

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Abendpost, Oct. 4, 1929. V^^ -

POPULAR STAGE OF CHICAGO
German Theater Given Four Thousand Dollars

The German Popular Stage Chicago (aii vsBOCiBtlon) held an extraordinary
general session yesterday evening at the Prudential Hall. The object of
the meeting was to give the association greater powers by electing a regular
chairman who will supervise the business activities of the combine. As the
former president, Leopold Saltiel, declined to be a candidate for re-election
because of other interests demanding his attention, Michael Leber was chosen
as the new leader. The first, second, and third vice-presidents are Julius
Hoch, ¥/illiam Heidtke, and Joseph Wehling respectively. Other officials are
Mrs. Julia Gerts, treasurer; Mrs. Minnie Willem, financial secretary; Mrs.
Emi Heidtke, secretary, Miss Irma Helmreich, assistant secretary; and K. H.
Krueger, publicity secretary.

The association's by-laws were changed so that the guarantee- fund obtained
from the sale of subscriptions may be given to the German theater in order

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to inaugurate a better season this year*

A letter of Angelo Lippich was read to the assembly. He expressed sincere
thanks in the name of the German theater for the work performed by the
Yolksbuehne ^^pular sta^e/^ The capital which the Volksbuehne provided
for the German stage amounts to four thousand dollars. A control committee,
likewise elected yesterday, supervises the fund and the proper expenditures
of the money which the Volksbuehne has raised.

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Abendpost . Apr* 14, 1929.

MARKED SUOCiESS REPORTED BY THE POPULAR STAGE.
Satisfactory Growth of Membership/

Tolloiriiig is the report published by the German Popular Stage of Chicago:
During the short period of its existence, the German Popular Stage of Chi-
cago is said to have won a most satisfactory success* The addresses de-
livered in the theatre last Sunday night by Leopold Saltiel, president,
and Julius C« Hoch, vice-president, had an inspiring effect on the audi-
ence; as a result fifty more devotees of artistic drama bscame members
of the organization*

In addition, the receipts from the sale of coupon books will be used for

the creation of a guaranty fund for the German Theatre* This fund in its

turn will serve to assure the continuance and expansion of this temple
of art.

Notwithstanding the fact that our efforts have been crowned by success, we
realize that the great task has only begun. The German Popular Stage of

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GSSQIAN

Chicago is not at all like a olub; it is a German movement, guided by-
principles which affect all of us« No person who is a member of the
German race can maintain an apathetic attitude toward this cultural mass
movement. Infinite benefits may be expected from this organization, when
adequately recognized by the German- American people. And in view of the
fact that the prestige of that racial group which carries on the move-
ment increases as the movement is strengthened, our urgent plea is:
Join the organization!

It would be needless to emphasize that this group observes strict poli-
tical neutrality* Cultural developaent is the sole interest and aim of
this movement* A sufficiently large membership will provide a guarantee
for the future of the German Theatre in Chicago.

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GERMAN

Abendpost, Apr. 8, 1929.

TEE GERMAN THEATRE

"Love and Hesitation"

A rather large audience greeted Rudy Hille yesterday when he appeared in the
role of "Baron Oettinghausen" in the delightful operetta "Love and Hesitation",
by Oscar Strauss. It tois a benefit performance for Mr. Hille, and to judge
from the spontaneous applause which took on the proportions of a demonstration,
he has become one of the favorite artists of the German theatre public of
Chicago.

His equally able feminine lead was Helene Holstein, who portrayed the character
♦•Cotmtess Stella." With her extra-ordinaryly lovely voice and her excellent
dramatic talents, she held the audience under her spell. Then too, Edna Werner ^
in her role of the daughter of a coachman, the winner of the first prize in the
Grand Lottery, surpassed herself in last night* s production. As played by
Ernst Robert, the reformed father who would only accept a baron as his son-in-

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law kept the audience in a spasm of laughter • Angelo Lippich, in the role
of the footman, was simply unsurpas sable • Hans Zoder's interpretation of the
lovesick reservist, whose chance never came, was quite realistic. Furthermore,
the two well-known comedians, Kurt Kupfer and Johanna Eisemanji portrayed the
older members of the aristocracy most amusingly. •

The interpretation of minor i)arts was also in good hands, all of vtrhom combined
their efforts to make this a memorable performance. The orchestra was under
the direction of Waldemar Christoph.

Many beautiful floral pieces, as well as other gifts, were brought upon the
stage and presented to Mr. HiUe amidst loud and long applause.

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GERMAN

Abendpost . Mar. 11, 1929*

THE GERMAN THEATRE
**Mr« Senator"

None but those who attended last night *s performance know what a pleasure
it was to spend an evening in the spirited atmosphere of the German
Theatre, where the grand comedy **Mr« Senator," written by the renowned
playwrights Franz von Schoenthan and Gustav Kadelberg, was given.

This farce is especially appreciated in a country of unrestricted manners
and is decidedly intended for the vigorous exercise of the facial muscles
of the audience. The story of the play unfolds in the home of Senator
Anderson, a Hambtirg patrician, who tolerates nothing but ultra-formal Dsn-
ners. However, the yoimg i)eople of the family revolt against this tradi-
tional exclusiveness of the Senator. They marry to secure happiness
rather than to maintain false prestige.

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GERMAN

Abendpost , Mar* 11, 1929^

Ernst Robert was admirable in the title role. What ^a comical figure
he presented as the head of the family who tries to do justice toward
his loved ones without deviating a hair*s breadth, from his senatorial
dignityl

Johanna Eisemann portrayed the Senator *s wife, who, as the result of
twenty-seven years of married bliss, chilled to a sub-zero tempera-
txire in her contact with others. Nevertheless, when her son^s happi-
ness was at stake, she too was able to radiate warmth and prove her-
self a loving and sympathetic mother.

Detty Schumann, as the married daughter, at first over-emphasized the
stiffness of her role. She came into her own, however, when the chain
of restrictions had been cast off and the mask had been discarded,
thus permitting her to yield to her innermost nature. It then became
quite obvious why her husband's love had not waned after two years
of disgraceful submissiveness.

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GERMAN

Abendpost > Mar» 11, 1929^

Helene Holstein and Sdna Vferner were well cast in their respective
roles*

Spontcmeous applause interrupted many scenes

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ACTION FOR AID OP THE GERMAN THEATER

IS PROGRESSING •

The German Theater must be regarded by the Germans of Chicago as a valuable
factor in the cultivation of Gerraan culture. A >my must be found to secure
the continuation of the Gernian Theater during the present season t so that it
should not be forced to close its doors before the end of the theatrical season.
The Germans of Chicago cannoo be permitted to be humiliated by the Poles, Italians t
Czecks, and Chinese, who all have well paying theaters in their national language
in Chicago, and v;hose lasting permanency is secured by steady and diligent atten-
dance. Something must be done to prevent the collapse of the enterprise which the
small but courageous ensemble of the German Theater under the leadership of
Angelo Lippich has dared to approach.

That Was the motto, v^ich had brought the representatives of German societies of
Chicago together. After a short deliberation, a decision was quickly made. A
society was established which will bear the name German Peoples Theater of Chicago.
All who were present v/ere immediately initiated as members. The recruiting of
new members will begin at once. On Sunday the members of this young society will
help to fill the house of the German Theater, not only the seats will be filled but
also the cashiers ca^e.

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Abend post Jan. 22, 1929 •

GERIiAN

WPA(lLL.)FROJ.3n?75

Represented at the meetin£^ v/ere the gymnastioal sooieties of Illinois by
Attorney Leopold Saltiel, the combined V/oraen Choirs by IJtrs. Uinnie Willem,
the American Admirers of German nrt by krs. Emmy Heitke, the Sohwaben-Verein
by Mr. Charles Rink, the German Theater by /in^^elo Lippioh, and many other
prominent people of Ger.ran descent. Angelo Lippich pointed out the difficult
financial condition of the German Theater. Bec^tuse of the necessity of
immidiate help all German societies are requested to donate at once a certain
amoulit to the German Theater.

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GERlvIAN

Abend post Jan. 9, I929.

VyPA (ILL) PRO^- 3027b

THE GERMAN THEATER

From all sides the complaints are being made that the socalled legitimate
theater sufiers severely from the competition of the movies. It is therefore
unavoidable that the Geriaan theater also suffers at the same time. But this
should be no reason for our German speaking population to neglect the theater f
beoausti it is extremely important and pleasant for them to own a place in which
the German language and art is fostered and cultivated t and the German theater
is the only place of this kind for the German speaking people. The movies certainly
cannot possibly be considered a substitute for it. In this country it is quite
custonary to speuk with contempt of the German theater* ••• There is no reason to
oppose the sincere and artistical endeavors of an acknowledged and excellent theater
company. The previous as well as the present performance of the local German
theater can be favorably compared, in the opinion of the critics and the public,
with the performance of a good German city theater, indeed one can expect more.

Rudolph Back, the present director, relinquished the management, because of doubt
of his ability to fulfill the duties, nirtiich would later arise. That of course does
not indicate that the fate of the artists is sealed. The actors who were so suc-
cessful under his direction have decided to keep up the theater although consider-
able expense is connected with this; therefore, their efforts should be rewarded

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GERMAN

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in united and energetic support by all German speaking people^

The leaders of the local gymntistic societies started an action for help to
support the German Theater • This is indeed worthy of recognition, but we know
from experience that it takes considerable time before such actions show results.
Lieanwhile every one can contribute tov/ards the support of the theater by attending
the performances and persuading his friends to attend also. The attendance of the
performances produces the best and most effective action for help and if the German
people should do their duty in this respect than the maintenance of the German
Theater is assured.

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William Hale Thompson, our fighting Mayor, was the guest of honor
at the German Theatre, yesterday afternoon* Of course, the Mayor does not
master the German language perfectly ^ but nerertheless, his knowledge is
sufficient to enable him to folloir the proceedings on the stage with in-
terest and understanding* Mayor Thompson greatly enjoyed himself* No
points of the dialogue, no comical situations escaped him* Again and
again, he burst out in laughter and rewarded the performances of the cleTer
artists with loud applause* Asked by a representative of the Abendpost
for his opinion and impression he answered as follows: **I am glad to hare
come, but still more glad that the German people of Chicago have their
theater again* I am not afraid of provoking anj opposition, because I
have repeatedly expressed myself in regard to the Germem theater* During
the war, Geman performances were given under my protection at the old
Bush Temple; I have objected vigorously against the demands of fanatics
to close the German theater*^ ^es, I am glad to be here, and I am happy

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Abendpost ^ Dec. 19, 1927*

that the performance is so well attended; however 1 regret, not
to be able to understand the German language better so that 1
could appreciate the performance to its fullest extent* But I
have noticed that Mr* Bach heis quite an excellent ccHnpany of artists***

The appearance of the Mayor at the German theater was a surprise to the
public; but it was not less surprising to learn that the Mayor tooic this
opportunity to turn the theatrical performance into a political meeting*

The Fight Aganist McAndrew

The Mayor took adrantage of the interval between the acts to explain his
fight against the **British lion** and against school superintendent
McAndrew* He pointed to the fact tnat it was the duty of a mayor to take
oath on the constitution*

I have taken this oath, the Mayor declared, that during my term it will

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III A never be taught in the public schools of Chicago that George
III F Washington was a rebel***

In connection with this speech, assistant Staters attorney Charles Mueller
submitted a resolution i^ich read as follows: **We, Herewith, publicly ex-
press our acknowledgement to Uayor William Hale Thompson, for his efforts
to have the names of heroes of the American history such as General v«
Steuben, General Sigel, Carl Schurz, Pastor Michlenberg etc«, reinstated
again in the text books of the public schools of Chicago*

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GL:SMAN

Abendpost, June 12, 1924.

nWlUO KOPP IN GHICAOO
V/ill imtertain June 21st at the Chicago Lincoln Club

After many efforts It v/as finally possible to engage the talented actress
Hedwig ^pp for one evening's performance in Chicago.

The Chicago Swiss Society has hired the Chicago Lincoln Club hall for the
perfoimance, which will be given Saturday, June 21. The affair is sponsored
by the Chicago Swiss Consul, LIr. "Elmst Buehler, Mr. Johannes Bodemann, presi-
dent of the north American Swiss Bund, Dr. Carl Bertschinger, Dr. Holinger, and
a number of other prominent persons. Dr. Bertschinger has amiable agreed to
render the evening more beautiful by a series of piano selections.

Hedwig Kopp's program includes pieces from Swiss and German literature of
modem times. Humor and seriousness will be given equal prominence. Among
the numbers will be poems by Gottried Keller, Konrad Ferdinand Meyer, and

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Abendpost, June 12, 1924.

HEirl Spitteler, the monologue from '•Sapjdio'* by Grillparzer, and a scene from
•The Vfliite Palfrey^, by Blumenthal and Iftidelburg* Besides, Hedwig Kopp will
recite some of her own pieces. V/e draw emphatic attention to the pleasurable
evening in store. . • • .

Ca3

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aEFQIAN

Abendpost, Apr. 1, 1924,

RICHAEa) TOERSCHMANN
Artist to Give Evening of Dramatic Readings

As already announced, there will be a great diramatic evening performance
tomorrow in the Blue Bird Room of the Bismarck Hotel. It will be given
by R. Tuerschmann, son of one of the most famous German dramatic readers,
who for many years was active in the foremost theaters of Germany and
Switzerland, and was there highly successful as actor and master of elo-
cution.

It may be well stressed that the evening will offer a truly outstanding
and interesting program. Mr. Tuerschmaim will recite from classical and
modem poetry of the best masters, and will hold the attention of the
audience from beginning to end with the beauty of his diction and powerful
dramatic effects, as only he knows how to do. He will conclude his program
with expressionistic poems so forceful in their rendition that the evening
is sure to have a magnificent climax.

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Abendpost. Apr. 1, 1924. f^^-f^

Every German who has an interest in good poetry should be present at this
performance •

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Abendpost, Oct, 6, 1919 •

1HE /gEHLIA^ TflfiATliK qiXESTION

The venerable Chicago German element does not seem to realize that its 5
apparent lack of interest is again making the existence of the German <^
Theater precarious. Judging by the heavy attendance at the opening per- r;
formance a fortnight ago, it was to be hoped that the period of insecurity no
for the theater had definitely passed. But this was apparently only a o
delusion. The performances in the Bush Temple Theatre are usually so Lo
poorly attended that one gets the impression that Chicago actually has no i:;^
need for the German stage. It seems useless to look for a reason for this ^^
strange phenomenon. The quality of the performances certainly cannot be
the reason for the empty auditorium; they are as satisfactory as can rea-
sonably be expected. The competent director of the Bush Teinple has gained
the well-deserved confidence of art lovers during his stay here, and he has
put forth almost superhuman efforts to make the theater successful and
prosperous. The past performances of the present season shov; that in spite
of all previous disappointments he has resolutely carried on his wor-ic,

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supported by the best efforts of his ensemble. The performers certainly

could not be blamed if the Chicago Germans should lose their theater, which,

as the only one of its kind, has withstood all the war years. ^

Apparently the reasons for public indifference toward the German stage must F=
be found some place else. It is possible that the abnormally hot weather <^
last week had something to do with it. For if the heat is unbearable even 5o
in the open, one does not feel like sitting in a theater, although the ^movies*' £
are usually crowded each night, even during the hottest weather. The "movies^'* ^
by the wayl Could they have anything to do vjith the poor attendance at the
Bush Temple? The German is sometimes thrifty when it comes to paying a
relatively high price for an intellectual pleasure. Not that the admission
fee to the German theater is too high! On the contrary, it is quite reason-
able for what is offered there. It is true, however, that a man can take
his entire family to the ^movies" for the price of one seat in the ''legiti-
mate'' theatre. In addition to that, there are neighborhood shows which are
located near enough their homes for the fainilies to save the cost of trans-

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portation. People have become lazy in this day and age, and it is quite
possible that in many cases laziness and a desire to economize have weakened ^
the German spirit of lojralty. 5

Almost everyone is amazed at the poor attendance at the German theater; but F

with most of them that is as far as it goes. Everyone agrees that German art ^

should be given better support, and that the German theater should be attended o

more often. But strangely enough, "everyone" invariably means the other ^

fellow; one never includes himself. An alibi is always available for oneself. S
V^e find it inexcusable that others don't do their share, but as for ourselves — <S
why, that's a different story altogether. Since many of us reason in this
manner, the theater remains empty.

It is about time our Germans take stock of themselves and overcome their
inertia, instead of continually searching for excuses. The theater is depend-
ent on a large attendance to continue its existence. The local German ele-
ment should consider it to their own best interest to help promote and

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maintain their theatre. Tonight there is to be an informal discussion at . 5
the theatre on the question of increasing the attendance. All friends of <::i
the German stage should be present, ^

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Abend DO St, Apr. 19, 1919.

^PSN LIi:TT":5R TO I.!R. STIIL \!J^E3R/
(Letter to the iditor)

Dear Sir: Having chosen the columns of the Abend post to voice your opinion ^
of the local G-erman Theater, please permit me to use the same means to reply ^

to you. /r::.

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You recommend that I fully utilize the works of Germany*'s most prominent ^
poets, such as Gustave von Moser, Ludwig Fulda, and Otto ilrnst, when I select g
plays for performance. Since your knowledge of German literature is so ^
limited, it is not difficult to explain why you chose the evening when the g
play entitled **7/hen the Bomb liixplodes" was presented at your first visit to tn
the theater, ./ell, Llr. Eisner, I do not wish to undermine your faith in
Lloser, Fulda, and iilrnst as the greatest German poets. But I would, advise
that you make^ frequent retreats into the inner sanctums of your library.
Perhaps you would then learn from these poets that it is wrong to accuse
anybody unjustly. And that is what you have done, Llr. 31sner. If you had
given merely occasional attention to my schedule of plaj^'s, you would have

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AbendT)0 3t> Apr, 19, 1919.

k^oi'm that in the past short season more than a hundred plays selected from
the works of the folloi'/ing poets were performed: Goethe, Schiller,

Grillparzer, Ganghofer, iingel, Keyjermans, Ibsen, Hauptmann, Sudermann, ^

Kleist, Dreyer, Thoma, Eahr, Schoenherr, Shakespeare* But the list of 5

prominent poets who compare favorably v;ith the ones you mentioned contains <ii

many more names • • • • p

Furthermore, you stated: "I would gladly speak a good word in behalf of o

the German Theater if at least one unobjectionable play were produced every ^

week." ;7ell, IJlr. Eisner, I can prove beyond the shadov/ of a doubt that * ^

plays by "prominent" poets were staged three times every v/eek. Local cS
Germans and the press may be the judge of your unjustified attack. As far
as I am concerned, you have forfeited the right to be taken seriously.

Respectfully,

Conrad Seidemann,

Director of the German Theater

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"DER DRITTE," A PLAY IN THREE ACTS

by
Albert Markwitz

The first performance of the play '•Der Dritt€l"(The Third) by Albert
Markwitz was given yesterday evening at Bush Temple ♦ The work bears evi-
dence of diligent labor, and develops the idea that our present form of
legitimate love and matrimony by which two people are bound together for
life, or at least \mtil one or the other procures a divorce, should be g
supplanted by a higher type. Under all circumstances, and irrespective
of any legitimate ties, a woman should attach herself to that man \idiose
nature, ability, and energy she has apparently been destined to develop Di
to the highest degree. The advocate of this idea is well aware that our
present moral standards strongly oppose his theory, for he says in the
course of the play, that "a thousand years may elapse" before mankind
attains such a degree of magnanimity. Perhaps more time will be required.

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GERMAN

In treating his subject, Markwitz favors the man too much and does not give
the woman sufficient consideration. The magmnimity of the two rivals who
battle for the passive heroine is remarkable, indeed, even though it is
far in advance of our time# But what can we say to a woman who is wedded
to one man and then devotes herself to a second, or even a third man? One
feels relieved when the curtain falls before further "affinities," whose
"dormant powers" she feels herself qualified to awaken, appear. This woman
who rushes from the arms of one to the embrace of another cannot command
our respect. V/e are too old fashioned. If she had not attached herself
to a second "lover," we might understand her conduct, for it may easily be
e:q)lained, and even redound to her credit that she severed all intimate
relations with the drunkard to whom she was legally maiyried; and though it
may be contrary to our lODral standards when she looks about for a substi-
tute, it is only human. But we are prone to suspect her when she casts
the second one aside like a lemon which has lost its flavor, as soon as
another iitipressive representative of the sex appears. V/ho can guarantee
that a third, a fourth, a fifth, or even more may not follow?

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The idea that only a woman can bring about the full development of a man's
dormant powers is veiy pretty, indeed, and is true in some cases; it
^sounds nice" to hear it said that when the woman meets this man she must
consider it her life work to open the fountains of latent energies — and ^
there may be something to that! But what if two or more men discover that 2
their magnetic power, the ao-called "great love," is inherent in one and ^
the same woman, as has happened? Then the woman will- have to alternate r;
between the men, we suppose. It is, to say the least, questionable whether jd
or not such "reasonable" parting and uniting on the part of lovers, or of 2
people vjho think they are in love, will raise the morals of mankind to a
higher level, as the author thinks • This idea is too remote from present
views to make it acceptable ♦

lAarkwitz took great pains in working out his theme, and he has done every-
thing possible to make his idea acceptable. In fact, he went farther than
was good for the play. The theoretical and philosophical discussions take
up too much room and disrupt the limited action. The play could be made

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more interesting if some parts were stricken out, others shortened, and
superfluous scenes omitted. The subject matter is interesting and
Markwitz approaches it in a very unusual way# Various scenes are unduly
long, for instance the death scene in the third act. The last act, v/hich
presents the solution, contrasts strongly vath the previous acts, even
though the conclusion is peculiar.

The author attempted to of f set the seriousness of the play by the addition of
byplays and several child scenes. He should have engaged Blumenthal and
Kadelburg, if he wished to enliven the play, instead of inserting puns and
jokes. They were out of place in this setting. Moreover, the omission of
two or three acts would render the play stageworthy, for in its present
form it will die because of its length and prolixity, «

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As far as the performance itself is concerned, v/e wish to emphasize the
fact that the roles should have been practiced more. Several of the actors
did not completely master their parts and were dependent upon the prompter.

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It does not add to the pleasure of the public v/hen major pairts of dla-
lofues are first vdiisi^ered hy the T)rom"oter and then repes-ted more loudly
bv the players; this procedure should be stopped. There vieve other defi-
ciencies, also, which should receive the attention of the stage director.
The actors v/ere well chosen for their roles, exceptinr perhaps L:iax Juergens
vmo played the part of the painter **JIenkcl". Juer-.rens knew what was required F=
of him and acted well, especially as far as "Henkol^s" relations viith "Ada" <--
were concerned; but he did not look like an artist — ho could just as v/ell have S
taken the part of a traveling shoo s?alesinan or that of a mailman. Llrs. Kelene £
Koch had the thanlcless task of playing "Mrs. nda," and it as not v/holly her ^
fault that she did not succeed, for the part v;as badly sketched — she did the
best she could, iidolf 3toye did v.^ell as "Loser, the Pharmacist," the first
"affinity" of "Ilrs. Ada"; Jose iJann^ir excelled as "./eixler" the drunkard and
cambler* The others and their roles were: Kans ZkDder as "Drug.';^ist's
Apprentice"; LIrs. Johanna Eisemann as ^1Ienl:el*s Ilousekeei^er'^; and IJiss Hanna
'Jaizeneg::er as "LIrs. Ada*3 Youthful Sister, •* a role in which she kicked over
the traces several times. The scones in which the children had

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such long parts were not quite successful, because children in America are
not good actors as a rule, and especially because the children spoke Grerman
with a foreign accent. As a result, the scenes had an unnatxiral and dis-
turbing effect — the fewer the children, the better.

At the end of the second act the author acceded to the wishes of the players
€Lnd the curious audience and appeared on the stage. He was applauded by the
audience in which apparently quite a number of his friends co\ild be foiind.

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Abendpostt Jan. 30, 1919.

BUSH TBMPLE THEATER
Second Festive Performance, Conrad Seldemann,

Director

The second festive performance in honor of Director /jConrad/^ Seidemann will be
given this evening, when '^Wallenstein's Death,'' part three of Schiller's his-
toriccd trilogy ''Wallenstein," will be rendered. New equipment has been pur-
chased for the occasion.

The cast is as follows:

Wallenstein Conrad Seidemcuin

Octavio Piccolomini ,Maz Jiargens

Max Piccolomini Richard Leusch

Terzky Adolf Stoye

Illo • Max Hanisch

Isolani ••••• • James Brueckner

Buttler ••• Jose Danner

Neumann, Cavalry Captain Paul Gehring

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Colonel Wrangel, Envoy of the Swedes Hans Zoder

Gordon, Commander of Eger Curt Benisch

Swedish Captain . • 2mil Schrader

Lance Corporal of Pappenheim's Cuirassiers Hans Zoder

Seni i Grustave Haussig

Duchess of Friedland • Johanna Eisemann

Countess Terzky • • Helene Koch

Ihekla Else Janssen

Miss Neubrunn, Lady in V/aiting to the Princess . . . Emilie Schoenfeld

First Page Paula von Jagemann

Second Page • Marie Lange

Third Page Ida Hohmann

Mayor of Eger Fritz Sternau

/rranslatior* s note: Two subsequent paragraphs of this article contain the
announcements of future performances^

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HJSH TEMPLE THEATER
First Great Festive Perfonnfiuice with Entirely New
Equipment Will Be Given This Evening
/gialf-tone , one column-sixth of a page, profile of

Conrad Seideman^^

The German theater-going public will at last have the opportimity to accord ^
recognition to Conrad Seideman, manager of the Bush Temple Theater, who has a
spared no sacrifice and has shrunk from no difficulties in his efforts to ^
preserve the German theater in Chicago during very trying times* On the 3
evenings devoted to honoring Mr* Seidmann, Schiller's great trilogy, ^-

•Wallenstein^ , will be performed with entirely new equipment and scenery* The cd
festive performances will extend over four evenings. ..^This evening and ^
Friday evening, parts one and two— ^^/fallenstein's Lager" and ^ie Piccolomini**
--will be played*

Following is the cast to appear in *nffallenstein*s Lager":

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Sentinel of one of Terky's Rifle Regiments Jose Banner

Bugler of one of Terky»s Rifle Regiments Gustave Haussing

Constable of one of Terky's Rifle Regiments Max Pohl

First Member of Holky's Hunters Max Juergens -

Second Member of Holky»s Hunters Max Hanish 3

Dragoon of Buttler's Regiment • • . Emil Schrader 3:

First Cuirassier of a Wallonian Regiment • • . . Adolf Stoye H

Second Cuirassier of a V/allonian Regiment •••••.••• Richard Leusch ^

Croat Paul Gehring o

Recruit Hans Zoder \Z

Citizen and Fairmer James Brueckner S

Capuchen Monk Kurt Penisch ^

Camp Teacher Fritz Sternau

Canteen Woman Bmilie Schoenfeldt

First Waitress Marie Lange

Second " Louise Brueckner

^ird ^ Ida Hohmann

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Soldier Boy Paul F. Jagemann

Director Seidemann ?rill play the role of V/allenstein in **Die Piccolomini".
The complete cast is as follovrs:

Wallenstein, Duke of Friedland, etc . Conrad Seidemann

Octavio Ficcolominiy Lieutenant General • • • Max Juergens -^

Max Piccolomini , Son of Octavio Richard Leusch ^^

Count Terzky, Wallenstein*s Brother-in-Law Adolf Stoye fn

Illo, Field Marshall, Intimate Friend of Wallenstein .... Max Hanisch ^

Isolani, Commander of the Croats ...•• James Brueckner g

Buttler, Chief of the Dragoon Regiment Jose Banner ^-

Tiefenbach, General under Wallenstein H. Zoder o

Don Maradas, General under V/allenstein Bmil Pohl ^

Goetz ^ ^ ^ Gustave Haussie

Colalto ^ •♦ ^ Emil Schrader

Captain Neumann, Adjutant of Terzkey Paul Gehring

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Counselor von Q^uerstenberg, Ambassador of the Emperor • • • Curt Benlsch

Duohess of Friedland, Wallensteln*s Wife • • • • Johanna Elsemann

Thekla, Princess of Friedland • Else Jannsen

Countess Terzky, Sister of the Duohess Helene Koch

Ensign ^ Hans Zoder

First Page • Meo^ie Lange

Second Page •••• •••• Paula 7. Jagemann

translator *s note: Subsequent paragraphs contain annoxmcements of perfoim-
anees of the third part of the drama^

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Sonntagpost (Sundaj;- Edition of Abendpost) , Jan. 19, 1919.

BTBII TRIPLE TfCL'jrSR
"Der Blinde Passagier"

by
P. K.

Blanenthal and iradelburg*s comedy, ^Der Blinde Passar-.ier" (The Blind Passenger), ^

was played last evening at Bush Tenipie Theater befoi'e a large audience. Tlie ^

play is a genuine product or these well-known and oopular v/riters ox coiaedy. It '^

differs fro:: others of the same brand onl^^' in that the scene of action has been :xi

transferred to the high seas, namely, to the "3.3. Victoria Louise," which is
making a pleasure trip from Hamburg to the North Gape. This ingenious idea makes
interesting situations, blunders, and surprises possible; and the authors ma}:e
full use 0-' them. The throe acts of the play abound in all kinds of comical
blunders, illusions, and humor and comedy of every sort, /jid there is no dearth
of the usual puns. It is v;ell knovm that Blumenthal and Kadelburg^s humor never
goes beyond certain limits. Still, they ;^.ve created so many characters during
their career oi" ;vriting -.'or the sta.^e that it must be difficult for them to
create nev; ones.

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Thorefore it is not sur*orising to neet characterwS v;ith whon one has become
acquainted through other Dlays of the authors. One cannot criticize the
characters Tor assuraing difxerent names tfem those thoy bore in "//eisse
Roesnl'- ( <hite Rose) . • • .^\nd so in -Qer Blinde Passacier" v/e are pleased to
greet our old friend "Gicsecke Aus Berlin," v;ho v/as so v;amly applauded in
".Veisse Roessl''. On the ^'Victoria Louise," hov/ever, he is called "August
3eller.iian". Conrad Seideniann apparently fo.uid -reat pleasure in pla3^ing this
role. 7e also n.et old "HinzeLnann" v/hose financial status must have iiiiproved,
since he has the money necessary to travel to the llorth Cape, though he has
just returned from a trip to Salzkamaergut /scenic district in the Austrian AlpsT'^ ^
And he has also been -^u^onioted; he is nov; an aulic councilor. He, too, has
chan^':ed his name, and is no.v iaiown a.i "Franzius". His part ^.;as v/ell pla37"ed by
Kurt Benisch. Tlio "Roesselwirtin" (proprietess of the inn Roessel), a role
played b^^ Hiss ^jnilie Schoenfeld, has moved her mountain hotel to Konvay, and
has foTj^otton ho;v to spealc the .Upine German, .aid her "Poldi" (llans Zoder) has
left her and become a railroad ticket a.^ant in Vienna. He is spendin/^ his vaca-
tion by taking a boat trip to the North CaT^e, and occupies a stateroom on the

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SonntagiTiOGt ( Junday :]dition of ..bjndpost) , Jan. 19, 1919

ship. Aboard he n-38ts .nd 7joos **01ara IIoinzeLT^inrx" (llannah "./aizene/^ger who, a
short tine ..,^o, lisp3d, and ir.rricd the bald-hs'ided "Suolzhoiiucr, •* but Ysxy like- :^
I7 she recently divorced hi:.; v.nd becaae tlij d,u:'hter of "3allems.nn'\ ^

Je v;3re much disappoint 3d in ''Dr. Siedler^' (/.dolph Stoye), .vho had .-nade so favor- r;
able an inpression in 'V.-olsse Hoesal," even thou;±. ho did fleece his future father— c
in-lax7, "aiesecl:e'\ -le, too, laa^ces the trip to the i.orth OaV3^ but under the o

alias "jYeiherr Von Gellincen,*^ v/hc tries to seduce the v/ife of his friend ":^rich i^^
Bruec'oier" (Ilax Juer:r:)ns) • Fortunately, he does not succeed. fc

Hov;ever, v;e also noet a few characters of sone oricinality. Anong them is
"Scwerenoeterlcapitaen (roguish captain) Laraen," :md other officers of the ship

. • • .

The scenery :aid the costumes v;ere excellent, the perfomance v/as smooth, and the
audience v;as not sparing: in its applause /Translator's note: The final par-
agraph of this article contains announcements of future performancesj//

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Abendpost, Jan. 16, 19 19.

BOSCH TWPL£ THEATER
*»Des Meeres und der Liebe .Vellen,^ by Grillparzer ^

^Des Meeres und der Liebe .Vellen" (V/aves of Love and of the Sea) a tragedy of -^

love. And in none of the hundreds of German plays of this type is love F

stressed as much as it is in this work of Grillparzer No other poet is -o

better qualified to describe the happiness and sorrow of Hero and Leander* o

en)

Miss Else Jannsen gave a superb performance as "Hero,*» the principal character §
of the drama. She gave a masterly portrayal of love, love in its incipient ^
stages, in its development, its cuLmination, its bliss, its timidity, its
courage, its hope against hope, its worries, and its self-accusations v/hen it
finds that all is lost. The audience showed its appreciation of her performance
by hearty applause and by presenting her with bouquets and other gifts.

In the drama *TIero" dominates to such an extent that the other actors have
merely minor roles. Even *»Leander,'* played by Richard Leusch, is of minor impor-
tance. He is a timid, bashful yoxong man who avoids the members of the

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other sex. Then he meets the beautiful '^ero'* and falls in love with her.
Now he is a different man. He is bold and ambitious, and his friend ^aukleros"
finds it difficult to prevent him from committing foolish acts. Eis love knows
no bounds. Twice he swims over the Hellespont in order to be near his adored
one.

August Stoye, who played the part of '♦Naukleros,** has a someivhat peculiar con-
ception of this role. He is humorous. Now, while humor may be permissible in
some of William Shakespeare »s serious plays, it is not at all becoming to the
picture which Grillparzer portrays. His impersonation of •'Naukleros"~as he
conceived him — was very good.

A further part of some importance was that of the '^High Priest, *» the uncle of
^Hero^. It was played by Conrad Seidemann, who gave his character a quiet
dignity and that relentless determination v^ich proved fateful for the two
lovers.

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The other parts are small and unimportant. The lovable, cheerful, pert
"Janthe" was played by Lliss Hannah //aizenegger, the ^'//atchman of the Temple**
by Jose Banner, and the ^'Parents'* by L^s Johanna Eisemann and Curt Benisch.
The latter should be more quiet, and should stop rocking his head from side to
side.

Able directing by Conrad Seidemann contributed much to the success of the drana. ^
The scenery, the illummination^ and the costumes were excellent, and the
performance was smooth and uninterrupted. (In two subsequent paragraphs the
future performance of other plays is announced.)

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IV '

IN KH SH:RVIC£ 05^ CH..\RITY
Gala Performance in The German Theater for The Benefit of Needy Veterans

The executive committee in charge of the funds for needy veterans arranges
a public performance every year for the benefit of needy unemployable soldiers
seventy-two to eighty-two years old. Owing to present conditions this year's
performance will consist in the presentation of '^Mein Leopold" (My Leopold)
by an able cast under the direction of Konrad Seidemann, on Thursday evening,
January 23, The orchestra has been enlarged for this occasion.

Every German who purchases a ticket helps to insure the success of this worthy
charitable undertaking, and, in addition, he will have the opportunity to witness
a splendid presentation of this nopular musical comedy.

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Editorial.

Illinois 5t^-.-its Z8iturl^", I'eb, 21, 1916.

1 "IT -- 1 -t •-( --^ ••'•'■ T : "I T r 1 • rrl -T^-j

"Jith ^reat sat is ruction tVie nev/s v/as receiver; b ' every one, who underst nds the
endeavors of the Geri::ans in .lir^eric-, that steps iiave beon undert ken to secure the
future 01 the Jerm-an the-ixer in Chicago,

The historj'- of the CIerir2:i.n Theater of Chic;;'© v/as, until lately, one of tl^e most
sorrowful cha^ptais in the history of 'che GerMun-Ai::eric' nis::: of our city. But in
the most critical hour a cha:r.;e took place ;/hicli in uho hope of all, adll lead to a
joyous goal; to preserve in the iietropolis of oha i:.iddle west a dignified institu-
tion for the lar;':e popula^tion of ;J-errxin descent.

Only because it is so often inis under stood, and not bee luse it is sorrjething ner/, it
shall be confirued once :..ore, tl:at \:q C'errja.n-anjric.r.s shall not and cmnot be
influenced by any external events, v/hen it co:i.es uo our natural adherence to Ar.Br-
ica, to i-iaintain our cultur:il conjiecticiis \/r^h ev,;ry thin^ that Cerr-kans ha,ve pro-
duced and still shall produce, upon artistic sphores.

Today \:e fi^^ht as .'u.^oricans, ./ithout i-egard to the victory over the J-erri'in Jinoire.

Iven if the Geman lilr.pire v/ould cease to exist, -he Cemin people never would vanish

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I Illinois Staats Zeitung, Feb. 21, 1918,

from the earth*

And so in the deepest humiliation of their history, which the Germans have had to
endtire, all spiritual possessions of the German people were untouched; yes, they
even blossomed more beautifully than before* The present war will preserve these
spiritual possessions, unclouded, in which we psirticipate and our duty is to
introduce them into the spiritual life of our American nation*

That this duty and this right were not denied to us by the intelligent people of
this country and also by the government in Washington, for that the present state
of war has furnished the best proof* And therefore, we could witness, that the
seriousness and deepening of thought and feeling, which these conditions brought
about, is the cause of the new establishment in Chicago of a German Theater* It
secured an understanding and steadily growing public of admirers of art and
beauty, through its ability to show a sensible selection of performances and
tactful consideration of the possible* That should be our aim to preserve*

The Germans-Americans, as has been proven, expect something more, serious of their
theater* This will not vanish without a trace with its director in future
brighter times*

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Illiicois otaats .■ oitun^;:, yeo. 21^ 1918

In the iuliillinent oi its [^^re'it probl3:n in the briv-hter luturo, it /ill be one of
those iniport'-.nt f-.ctcrs of underst-^ndin.^ to those thousands, who are not faniliar
v/ith the Crerrrr-.n lan^uape, but v;ho acknouledra Jeniian dr'-;:i- tic liter' ture in an
unenvious manner, and it will help to he* 1 wounds, caused throu'-h tlie war in the
relations to other couiitries.

Therefore every one v/ho acknov;ied[^-es th« endeavor of :lt:irnian-.'j-ioric::nisir., in a
proper nanner, v/ill noo ev de uheir duoy oo contribute zo the niaintenance of the
German Theater in Chicago.

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NEIV GERMAN THEATER (BUSH TEMPLE) "VIUAGE AND CITY," POHJLAR
ELAY IN FIVE ACTS, BY CHARLOTTE BIRCH-PFEIFFER

The Birch-Pfeiffer plays do not exact a great deal of the actors. Whereas
the conceptions of the truly great dramatists gradually weave the development
of two lives into a definite entity, the Birch-Pfeiffer and kindred creations
are not based upon the innate sentiments; they are strictly a product of in-
telligence, and one hears merely the manufactured wit and spirit of the author,
who is quite comatose to the artist's part and provides sympathy, humor, and
whatever is needed on the spur of the moment, all in conformity with the
changing situations in his composition. Thus, in ^HTillage and City," the
characters are strict portrayals of Birch-Pfeiffer* s joviality. The artists
who play the various roles must, by necessity, relinquish their calling as
•'impersonators^ and become "rhetorical exponents" only. One might say that
the mimical abilities, the actors' virtues, become a negative force, while
the elegant, leisurely graceful play asserts itself, the casual movements
of the body serving only as a slight accentuation of the speech, which

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preponderates •

Yesterday's performance was given tinder auspicious conditions. The Stars
augured well. The scenes in which the village spirit came to the fore, were
the most successful. The action revolves around "Lorle," the attractive,
spick-and-span daughter of an uncouth innkeeper; v.ho, follov/ing the dictates
of her heart, marries the man of her choice. As the wife of "Reinhard,'*
renowned painter of pulchrous society damsels, she finds hersef decidedly
neglected. Miss Schoenfeld played the part effectively, sympathetically,
and in an ingratiating manner. The comely scene wherein she naively and
quite unabashed gives well-meant and good advice to the serene aristocrat,
to the consternation of her artist-husband, was profoundly effective and
created convulsive laughter. The Swabian dialect was fairly good, although
not as natural and convincing as Mr. Hansen's fluent speech. He presented
a splendid impersonation of human qualities. The externally anstere but
secretly generous and amazingly good innkeeper, proved a most delectable
figure. Miss Niemann reveled in a part that appeared to be made to order

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Abendpost > Feb. 22, 1916.

for her, -**Aiint Baerble," - who functions as a maternal substitute and bemothers
**Lorle.'* Occasionally humorous and contrastingly affectionate, the actress
always gave the proper potions, refraining from any undue exaggeration; she
fully controlled her former inclination to overemphasize and therefore deserves
particular approbation. Mr. Sternau, as the timid, unsuccessful suitor, played
the small part satisfactorily.

The other artists, in their parts as city dwellers, did not quite reach their
colleague's lofty eminence. Mr. Banner's "Painter Reinhard" was somewhat flat,
and his status declined considerably towards the end. He vjas at his best in
the first act> where his fervent vivacity asserted itself in manner and speech;
a truly perfect rendition. His conception in the first and second acts v/as
appropriate, but later it might have been better if he had refrained from
wearing somber black incessantly. Llr. Ludv/ig, in his role of "The not entirely
impartial friend of the artist and advisory committee of one," was not very
imposing. Hov/ever, Miss Ualden played the aristocratic "Ida von iPelseck" in
her usual capable manner. The stage management, under L!r. Banner, was satis-

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factory in the laain, Hov/ever, - a mere trifle, - we like to remind him
that when a gentleman leaves a parlor, he not only bov^^s to the lady with
whom he conversed, but he gives a respectful salute to others present in
the room, particularly ladies. Furthermore, it is not customary to leave
precipitously; instead, at the threshold, a man turns about once more and
gives a general nod to include all. This rule of social behavior has been
often overlooked of late.

The performance was given under the auspices of the Teutonic Sons of America.
The house was well filled, especially the galleries.

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Abendpost, Feb. 18, 1916.

NET// GftnaiAN TH^ATSR (BUSH TSI-CPLS)
LIrs. Schoenf eld • s Benefit
Performance

Ifrs. Sniilie Schoenfeld's benefit performance was dominated by hilarity
and the more frivolous moods. Lelightful Greek maids in flov/ing classical
gowns, gamboled under an imaginary bright sky; after all it was Offenbach *s
beautiful Helen, fulminating sparkling with humor, vitality and impiShness
in text and music. One jovial scene xvas superceded hy another and the sense
of risibilioy never was satiated, if the behavior of the audience is any
criterion. The parodist ic events which so aptly and ludicrously portrayed
the saga of Helen's abduction, prolonged laughter to the lachrymal point.
Particularly comical was the convocation of the Greek aristocracy. Ajax
rides on a hobby horse, followed by the irascible Achilles and the old,
doddering Menelaus, who introduces himself as the good ''Louse'' and husband
of Helena. The repartee of the leaders, enhanced by a few highly opportune

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jokes on local conditions, evoked renewed outbursts of enthusiasm, real
rib-splitting convulsions. The music written in the same vein, is quite
well known, as "Beautiful Helen" was an epochal success years ago.

Yesterday's performance, in the main, expressed the fluent humor which
peraieates the play in an adequate manner, although the ensemble effects
were considerably curtailed, since several of the artists were not sufficiently
versed in their parts, neither orally or vocally. A dove, goat, and lamb,
which appeared on the stage, showed very good manners; evidently quite at
home in their nev/ world. The lamb, particularly, proved its undeniable
predilection and appreciation for the actor's art by emitting a succession
of constant, unperturbed bleats. ITie title role was played by the beneficiary,
Lrs. Emilie Schoenfeld. -b'igure, acting and singing, all of it admirable and
excellent. The highly popular artist also excelled in her song to Aphrodite
and in the duets with Paris (Mr. Paul ITelva) , where her declamation proved
very ingratiating. At the end of the second act she was rewarded with

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well-deserved acclaizri, many bouquets and gifts; veritable indications that
she maintained her popularity in the Gennan niche, also in the present season.

Mr. Kelva tried his best to master the difficult vocal part of Paris. Certain
hesitations manifested themselves, but at the next pe:;^forLiance they will be
eliminated undoubtedly. The jokes of Mr. Lo^wenfeld, v/ho characterized
Menelaus in a saxonian dialect fell on fructiferous ground. Miss Frieda
Stevens, as Creates, sans temperamentally, and Miss Francis Wagner, attired
in a bathing suit and straw hat, symbolizing Pylades, created justified
astonishment. The other parts were well taken care of. Herr Hansen deserves
special mention for his personification of the choleric Achilles; splendid,
indeed.

The chorus was somewhat weak, in several instances substituting, a time of its
ovm; greatly at variance with the orchestra. If I Irs. Schoenfeld, with her
powerful voice, had not come tt> the rescue occasionally, it might have ceased
alto.^;ether.

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G^^iM'IAN

The effect of the play depends on a lively tei.ipc and upon repetition of
the operetta; it vjill surely be forthcoming but the indest-ructible humor
of the work will not fail to serve as a magnet, in as far as our Chicago
public is concerned.

We must not fail to express proper commendation for the magnificent scenery
in the first and last act, embleiaatical and easily reco/^nizable as the result
of Haupt's stage management.

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Abendpost, :7eb. 8, 1916.

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xi:^-i >_^.« 'wT-j^t^ ^1*. . _i1j iii^-jn

'^Cn the Sunny Side/' a comedy in three acts vn?itten by von Blunienthal
and Kadelburc, v/as rciven yesterday under the auspices of the Gerraan and
Austro -Hungarian consuls. 1!he profits v.lll be donated to the hotel
employees of the tv/o empires. The house v/as sold out for this perfor-
mance.

The plot of the comedv is as follows: Tv/o vounrr aristocrats who had
squandered their fortune and now face destitution, chance to meet a
potter who has recently acnuired v;ealth, and whose v/ife has social
aspirations. In order to be amonr the upper set, this plebeian farail^f
assiduously cultivates the friendship of the two penniless noblemen.
This friendship developes jnto a sordid form of patronizing and the
custom.ary briber;,'-. For a short time they succeed in their quest, but

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Abendpost, Feb, 8, 1916,

only one of the impoverished (gentlemen succumbs to the temptations of
I.'ammon - The other, "Botho von Sandorf /* firmly refrains from accepting
any filthy, loathsome lucre. But there is salvation in distress. He
falls in love with the tradesman's lovely daurThter, and as he intends to
have her for his v;ife and to support her by his own efforts, be bcomes an
apprentice to his future father-in-law.

His talent for creative drawin,^ is a valuable asset to the stovemaker.
His friend, ^Richard von Brick," the other blue-blooded youngster, con-
siders the practical aspect of the arrangement and is hired as secre-
tary of the firm, head of the houseliold, gigolo, and social stepladder.
He feels rather comfortable in this questionable capacity, since he has
hopes of marrying his employer's daughter. He is rescued from such a
position by his friend's sister, who vehemently invokes his sense of hon-
or thereby becoming a dominating force in bringing him back to the path
of rectitude. Tl-ie play ends with the announcement of the engagement of

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Abendpost, Feb. 8, 1916.

one couple, and the prospects of a future alliance of the other.

I'lr. Juergens, vdio portrayed the happy-go-lucky "Botho von Sandorf,^
was afflicted with a severe cold, but nevertheless, he performed v/ell
and showed good taste. He played' the part of the baron v/ith a true
sense of >nightliness and sympathetic understanding. The rolo of the
rather immoral **Richard von Brick'' was entrusted to Fr. Haupt , jvArho per-
formed v/ith his customary cleverness. The staid oven-builder, '^Wulko,''
a splendid, honest, and straight-to-the-point character, was well por-
trayed by Mr. Loewenfeld. LIrs. Vollmer-Tietgens, as the manufacturer's
ignorant, over-bejewelled, yet socially aspiring wife, was excellent.
Miss Vlagner, in the part of "V/ulko's" daughter, displayed loveliness
and grace, combining therewith the necessary bits of coquetry and
impishness vjhich brought acclain. Miss Walden, as ''Sandorf ' s'^ sister,
characterized the part v/ith just zK: right mildness and graciousness.

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Abendpost , Feb. 8, 1916*

The smaller parts, as the art dealer and the two butlers, were well
played,

Mr. Banner functioned as the stage manager and director. Under his direc-
tion the play progressed in a fairly lively manner, the parts being more
suitably placed thgm customarily. The intennissions, however, were again
far too long. Whether the cause is attributable to the manager, we do
not know, but we do know that such long intervals seriously impair the
effectiveness of any comedy or farce. The orchestra, strengthened by extra
members, played an overture and provided a very welcome diversion during
the intermissions.

Thursday the German Theater (not the above New German Theater) will pro-
duce Stein and Soehngen's great military play. Tomorrow the famous
^Brand** by Henrik Ibsen and directed by Ullrich Haupt will be presented.

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AbendDOst, Feb. 8, 1915,

The premiere of this mighty v/ork last '..'ednesday, which drew a larger attend-
ance than the house could accomodate, induced the management to announce
another performance,

Cn Friday evening, there will be another performance of '^Cn the "^nny Side."
TTow in preparation, ''The Jovial Double ''arriage,'^ by Krats. .An operetta
will be given on February/ 17, for' the benefit of ^^milie Schoenfeld.

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Chic-^^o Tribune, Sen. 3» 1914.

PL^Y AIDS AUSTRO-G^^aIjVNS.

I.Tore than $800 was realized by the 'Gern-in-lustrian-rlunrarian Relief Associ-
ation" last ni,:;ht at ?. benefit perfornnnce of "The frerimn and Franco '/ar of
1870", given az the "reriiFcn the'.^ter in Bush Te:nple.

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Illinois Staats Zeitung^ July 4, 1914^

GEH}.1A1I

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At the third and final session of the yearly con ention of the German-American

Te::A.chers Association, Prof. Oscar Burkhard of Marquette University gave the
following address.

The place the Anglo-Saxon race holds towards the theatre is a remnant of
Puritanism. England and America are singular in this respect*. •

The American theatre is almost exclusively a business enterprise, which offers
only the temporairy, and the repulsive, "but not the enduring qualities. The
American stage is an itinerant and a specialty stage, which excels only in
specialities, the actors having been .plendidly trained for his particular part

The theatre in Germany stands predominately on a higher artistic base, exerting
a povrerful influence on the social ami intellectual li e of the people, and
is an expression of thought, feeling, strength, and solidarity-. Such a
theatre exists in almost every German city.

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Two conditions aid the success of the theatre in Germany, the financial
assistance of the city, and of the State government. . •

The Stock Theatre Company signifies naturalness in control to virtuosity...
It enables its drama to evaluate its wotth and endeavors to educate the "oublic
- in what is best and ideal, inflaming in a strong educational manner, the
people, youth, and the schools.

Althou<?h the establishment of such a national theatre is confronted with
difficulties, yet the materialization of this idea is possible, by changing the
attitude of the American people, and convincing the city and state governments,
thst the theatre is an educational institution and of national benefit. As a
result we will have a national drama art. V.e must guard against the cinema
theatres, 77ho are not taking art seriously, but who exert a bad influence on
publ i c mann ' r s • . •

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THE GrWtUiJS TBMTBS IN CHICAOO

The so-called German theatre of CShicago Is In poor financial condition. The Sunday
eveningt as well as the semi-monthly performanpes on week-days were poorly attended.
The majoagement is losing money and may be cosipelled to close* Therefore, an
appeal will be made to all friends and patrons of the Gexman Theatlre, and to other
Germans of the city, and for this purpose a meeting will be held next Tuesday, to
discuss ways and means to arouse jan interest among the people for the (German plays,
thereby assuring the continuation of the theatre. We hope they will succeed in do-
ing so.

We do not know what proposals the management of the theatre will make, but it is
easy to assume that they will appeal to the generosity of the nationalistic-minded
Germans of the city. They will require a sacrifice for the good cause. It is to
be regretted that the German theatre is being considered as a nationalistic endeavor,
depending on the generosity of patriotio-minded citizens* We hope it will be the
last time that they have to ask for contributions, because as long as this is neces-
sary there will be no real German theatre. One performance per week and that on
Sunday evening is not sufficient to arouse the interest of the people for the German
theatre. It is unreasonable to assume ^^^ ^^® Germans of Chicago are not able or

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OBBUiN

willing to support a Oerman theatre without beiog asked for contn^tto^ Chicago
can maintain a Oeiman theatre, hut it must be a real one and not be dependent vopon
generosity* It must be managed in a business-like way* It must give performances
every ni^t and special plays Sunday ni^ts* To give one perfoxioance and that on
Sunday only, is not convenient for the Oerman popxilation, because of their cluh-
festivals, which are usually held Saturday or Sunday night*

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ABEHDPOST. Septeir-ber 26th. I9IO. ^^^ ^^"^ PROJ. 30275

The Germsn Theater.

The G-«=^rmaii Theater directory anc- the theater-Tmhlic could not have wished for
a more favorable o-oening-performance. The -olsy "Flachsmann as Educator" was sjmising
as well as deet)ly interesting, the -nerf ormance a gr-y and "nronmt one, and the pp'^ts
were sold out. Severa"'. new T)layers -oartici-oated in the r>erf ormance s. All these
factors contrihutad to the elated state of mind th?t prevailed at the OT)ening
performance,

"Flachmann as Educator" is one of the most successful plays of recent times.
The author of the play, Otto Ernest, was a tec?cher formerly. He attempts to expose
those quack-ed\icators ajaong teachers who have no renl abilities and capacities
for their im-nortcnt responsibilities hut have chosen this calling for their bread
and butter, performing thftir duties in a tyrannical, pedr.ntic and lazy way, and
without ujiderstanding they dabble with the educr^tion of those hxxman buds entrusted
to them. The spectators see a sta^ff of teachers of a. i^ublic school for boys of all
different tynes, true to life in entertaining action.

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ABEMSPOST, Septemter 26th. I9IO. W-^^ (Ji.^.) PROJ, 302;i}

There is no lack of humorous episodes in sDite of the deep seriousness of the
play. The outstrncUng players were the rnisera"ble quack "^f an educator, "FlachsnarJi"
and the young, idealistic and ingenious teacher "Flemmin^,"

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One of the new rilpyers to he mentioned is the youthful gentlerian"Edvmr 1«
Allemahd" who olayed trie less imnortnnt tole of Roener .^nd had no OT)t)ortimity to
take vert in the play excerpt hy his interesting demonstration of the "herd of an
artist."

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GBBMAN

>ndt)08t . April 27, I910.

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Seho'ber * (Fheater* Ser HergotbBschnltser (The wood-carrer of Deities)

The "wood-canrer of Aiomergaa'^will be siven next Stinday evening, at the Social
Turnhall, for the benefit of Mies Julia Niemann. The beneficiary is one of the
most popular members of the Schobert company. Her perfect playing and lovely ap-
pearance created many friends for the artist and without doubt, the theater will
be crowded to the last place. Aside, ^The Wood-carver" is a substantial, success-
ful play and there Tyrolean farmers with their yodeling and Jig dancing are fi-
gures and forms which are well liked and will give the audience the best of enter-
tainment* Hiss Hiemann considers the pretty, alert "Loni** as one of her best parts<
Rodenberg is well placed, as the Carver. For this performance, the company's per-
sonnel has been considerably augmented by additional members.

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German Theater*

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*The Ro1>1>er8»!' draaa in 5 A^ts by 7rledrlch Schiller. In eonparlson to the
rather tmf ortunate perfomance of the "Robbers" which was glTen four years ago at the
Axtdltoriua, yesterday's performance at Powers, was considerably better*

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The effect did not eTaporate, as it did beforot in too spacious surroondingSt
but the performance in itself , the selections for the Tarious roles, the ensemble
all bring in the balance and were an improrement over the proTioas presentation,
ill seats were sold agaLn, and it is gratifying, to obserre this eterzially young
dramat Schiller's first, inspite of its simplicity of action, with its fire and
its roaringi foaming contents*

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This afternoon public is not yet infected with modernism, it caffle, tmaf felted
and unprejudiced to the thmater, but filled with roTerence, for one of Schiller's
works* ▲ great achievementt an interesting character study was this Frans by U. -
Stiewe. In the first etcts one might ha^e wished a more quiet protrayal, less nerrous
Titality, since Prans's crimes are coldly preme«ltated»,

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GERMAN

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the results of this scoundrels philosophy and not dictated hy Inpulse* Possihly,
in his final scene, a little more moderation night have heen advantageous, but,
regarded in its entirety, this Vrans deserved such attention. Mr* Bolton gare a very
satisfactory Karl who most capably showed the smoldering fire of this soul, yet
preserved its benevolent character*

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Die Al)endT)08t> January Igth, igiO. VtPA (ILL) PRCJ 3G275

German Theater,
Maria Stuart, Drama in 5 Acts "by Friedrich Schiller.

The German Pu'blic appeared in veritable regiments at Power's Theater to witness
the performance of Schiller's Maria Stuart. The Theater was sold out, as was the
Don Carlos and Tell performances, a proof, that the works of Germany's favorite poet
are vitally interesting to Chicagoans. Taken as a unit, last night's performance was
the best of this season's three Schiller productions. The managerial art of Mr.
Marx proved itself in the ensemhle^

Prominent individual attainments cannot he rer)orted, the actors did their
"best, hut did not rise over a fair, acceptable mediocrity. (Then follows a
detailed criticism of all members, not very complimentary.)

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Die A'hendTDQst, January 10, 1910»

GEm.lAN THEATER. DEE KIL0KfflTERyRE;5SER
( THE MILE EATER i. e. SPEEDER)

GERiMAN

WPA (ILL) PROJ, 30275

Sarce in 3 acts "by Karl Kraatz. The announced humorous farce, the successful
laughter-piece \>y Kraatz also justified itself in Chicago. The audience was
convulsed; It was so silly, one was simply coDroelled to laugh. At all events
the "Speeder" accomplished its mission; it -oroduced an excer)tionally humorous '
evening and a nearly sold out house. The catjable author followed the French
examples to a certain extent and aside from this gave a pair of caricatures
which were well drawn; to wit, the ultra-realistic author and the conceited
actor. With the remaining figures he reverted to the "hennecked- hushand,"
mother-in-law and Don Juan hut he undertook to enshroud them in a whirl of mis-
taken identities, -oerplexities, romic situations and jokes which were as ef-
fective as sneeze-powder. A play of such caliher can only achieve this effect
"by ra-oid acting which gives insufficient time to the "Duhlic, to realize the
improhahility of such occurences, and this was the case, yesterday.

Exceptionally good were Miss Beringer, as mother in law, Mr. Bolten, Mr. Kleeman
as poet and Miss Lizzie Porster.

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Die A"bendr)Ost. Derem'ber 19, 1903» lA/p-^ /v i ^ rir-

' "'^ Ui-t^-; ^KUJ.3G2/!>•

ALEX*1^IDER wurstp]r died

V?ILL BE BURIED ISXT TUESDAY IN WAUKKGAIT

The well-known German theatrical manager, died in his villa at Waukeg8.n»
At five in the early morning, he closed his eyes for the eternal slumlDer, the
result of a stroke he suffered on Novemher 20th. Through his demise America
has lost one of the "best known, most CfjDahle and ambitious managers of the
German stage. In Cnicago, St. Louis, and Philadelr)hia, he was es-oecially
active in his cnosen vocation. At the old Vorwaerts-Turnha.lle, 12th Street
near Halsted Street, he a-otDeared in heroic t)arts during the early seventies.
His Wilhelm Tell was considered an unexcelled accoraDlishment at that time»

In 1375 f 1^6 founded a German theatre at Turner Hall which "brought new glory
and distinguished re<"Ognition. Later, he managed the New Chicago Theater on
his responsihility. It was located at the present site of the Olympic Theater.
He gave exemplary productions of German plays, also geniume classical per-
formances, and was able to Drocure renowned artists for his "orograms. We
need only mention tne unforgettable Methua Schoeller. At that time his many
friends and admirers gave him the name of "AlexaJider the Great." At Philadelphia
where he managed the German Theater, last winter, he h Id a golden anniversary

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Die AljendDOst, December 19, I903. "*"~

having functioned as tneatrical director for fifty years* His najne is an
inspiration in the history of German tneaters in America.

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Illinois otaats-^jeitimf^^ Jan. 7, 1901,

"The VJholesale Merchant," Popular r5-Act
Play by ./alt her and Stein

A ho'.vling succes., indeed; that's the "?rreat Ilrchant"; it is
colossal, hilarious. "Dio cculd not lau h yesterday, is hopeless.
'.Valther and Stein are not endowed v;ith intense cramatical talents,
but they have abounding, limitless huirior; splendid fellov;s v/ho made
something out of nothing, v;hich is an art in itself.

Yes, genuine humor I Tliese chaps could be able to convert an old hat
into a costume, and a dose of snuff inte goose-liver oie. "The ihole-
sale Llerchant" is not a popular play nor a farce; it v/ould be pre-
sumptious to use either appellation. One might call it unadulterated
nonsense whipped into a stage olay in a i.iost haphazard manner, but in
spite of its hopeless array, it is drastically effective to die of

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Illinois Staats-^eitunf^, Jan. 7, 1901.

laughing, a scream J IValther and Stein need never attain greater
literary accomplishments; they wished for laughter only, and will
have it wherever and whenever "The V/holesalo Merchant" appears. At
present nearly an3rbhing sails under the banner of "popular play" or
"farce," but neither applies to the "V/holesale Lerchant." ilierefore,
our classification of the play should not evoke offense. V^e even
assert the play surpasses Blunienthal and Kadelburg's 'V^Tiite liorse Tavern"
as far as drollery is concerned, and the dramatical construction is
superior.

Only two figures supr^ort the play; the remainder fade into obscurity
but produces contrast. The plot? With the best of intentions one can
say no more than "It is desperately simple." But v/hy talk of the plot.
"Schneppke" and "Huber" have such elementary power to create convulsive
laughter that the public cannot think of any intrinsic action, even if
one were available.

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Illinois Staats-Zeltungt Jan* 7, 1901.

The stoiy revolves about the megalomaniacal "Schneppke,** the heir, who
intends to become a merchant prince and thereby also a rival of "Schwandorf ,"
Coimcillor of Commerce, by whom he had been employed*

0\xr financial wizard experiences heavy losses, due to his shrewd customers.
He recognizes his folly and finds succor in the arms of his former
employer* There is also the usual love affair. "Huber,** the painter,
is smitten; the object being the Councillor's daughter, "Franze." In
this role Julius Donat is better than any of his former offerings. His
Bavarian dialect was masterly, and he ihowed his stuff. This also applies
to Theodore Pechtel. He, too, deserves xinreserved acclaim for his
impersonation of that nonsensical figure, "Schneppke*'' Pechtel is a
comedian fx^om head to foot* His impersonation was about the best which has
been shown here* Both gentlemen were enthusiastically received and repeatedly
recalled* A sold out house. Untarnished performance in every respect*
actors were given profound encomiums* Our muscles of risibility were

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Jan. 7, 1901 •

thoroughly exercised; our brain was not asked to solve abstruse problems.
V/hat more can you ask of the "Grreat Merchant"? That's sufficient, says
Pfeffermann.

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Skandinaven (Daily Edition) , Dec. 18, 1900.

A DOLL'S HOUSE IN CIIICACrC

Henrik Ibsen' s play ''A Doll' s House'' was presented in Gerir.an last Sunday evening
at Powers Theatre. The play drew a full house. The German actors who give
plays at Powers Theatre on Sunday evenings are, on the whole, able people, and -_|
the presentation of "A Doll's House" was praiseworthy*

Nora's role ;vas presented by Pauline V/irth who appeared to have taken her task ^;;
very seriously and executed it with great, aoility. Advocate Helmer was pre- n
sented by Ludwig Lindikoff • :

The German translation by Wilhelm Lange was used.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung^ Nov^ 26, 1900

TE3 GERli\lT THjLITKJ

The German Theatre audience which v.-as present at last night's
presentation of "The Golden Eva" spent a most delightful eve-
ning* This satirical play in three acts came from the pen of
the dramatists Schoentan and Koppel-jillfeld. The audience left
the theater highly pleased with the performance. After last
night's great success, the ^v'achsner management can no longer
be in doubt about the type of plays the public prefers,...
Indeed, if last night's reception of "The Golden Eva" could
be used as an indication, the future repertoire selections
should prove a simple task for the V/achsner organization....
It is a well known saying that "Llany cooks spoil the broth."
In this instance, hov/ever, the "cooks" being the draioatists,
Schoentan and Koppel-Ellfeld, prepared a perfect and delect-
able "dish."

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Illinois Staats-Zeitiinp., Hov. 26, 1900

"The Golden liJva" is a delisiitful satire, the plot of v;hich is
laid in the niddle of the 16th century. The subject of the
comedy is the dissatisfaction of the Gejman nobility, especial-
ly of the one living in the Reich's capital. In their flight,
they seek the aid of the Jevash upstarts from Berlin. The
vn?iters used diplomacy, v;hen they laid ths action in the 16th
century. If they had used the present tine instead, they
v/ould have encoiintered difficulties with theatrical censorship.
Yes, these sons of an impoverished nobility seek Jev/ish as-
sistence in their financial difficulties. In despair one
young man seeks the hand of the daughter of his Jewish creditor
in marriage, and thus, the faded coat-of-arms glitters, re- j^^^c^^
gilded, once more. And so, the two principle figures miited />' ' "^^
by a strange fate, are -ready to start oh the road of marital (^: ; •

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Illinois Staats-Zeitiing, Nov, 26, 1900,

misery But all is well that ends well, and the young people find in

each other their soul mates. ••.. The presentation of **The Golden 3va" was
superb in every detail •..••

The title role was played by Miss Paula Wirth, who lived the part. 7/ill
Miss Wirth finally realize, especially after the success of last night,
that comedy is her real field? Every member of the ensemble was excellent.
This includes Messrs. Ewald Bach as ''Peter,'* Julius Donat as the blunt
^Schwetzingen,** and Fritz Lindner as '•Christoph.'* Equally as good were
Trude Lobe as •♦Friedl** and Slise Kramm in the role of the countess.

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Illinois Staats Zeitung. Oct. 22, 1900.

TH3 g.i:riian tksatir.

p. 2 - Last night*s play, ''Three Pairs of Shoes," a musical play by Goerlitz,
was vyritten many years ago. Nevertheless, it still electrifies the audiences. •••
Liany of us surely remember those two great soubrettes, I^rie Geistinger and
Alvine Reynold. The last mentioned vras veritable devil# She was celebrated
and of course spoiled by her public • She was one of the brightest stars on
the theatrical firmament. One day she vsinished and was never heard of again.
Then in tribute to her the world said: '•Regardless of everything, Albina \«as
loved by everybody. In her portrayal of !Leni* in 'Three Pairs of Shoes,' she
was simply incomparable."... V/liat a different person was 'l.eni," characterized
by Marie Geistinger. Both were great artists, and yet so different.... la

Last night's performance of "Three Pairs of Shoes" was given before a sold out
house. liany persons had to stand. Thus the play composed by Goerlitz, almost
a generation ago, still has drawing power in the early days of the 20th century.

And now a word about our new soubrette, 31ise Krarnm. She came, sang and con-
quered, not instantly, but step by step. As a matter of fact Lliss Krarnm* s
interpretation of her part deserves high praise. She has courage and self
confidence. Her voice is not voluminous, but it is supple, well controlled.

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Illinois Staats Zeitun-, Oct. 22, 1900. WFA (U i ) i^H-- ■ ' '^^

Her lively acting is refreshing. The appreciative audience applauded her
heartily. She had an excellent partner in Gustav ffcirtzheliQ, who with his lovely
music-hall songs aided in the modernization of the play*

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Illinojg Staats-Zeitung, Oct. 1, 1900. ^^^^ ,, ^ ^ ^,,.

THE 6SRUAN THEATER AT POWERS*

p« 5 ^h* GeriBan theater season opened at the Powers* last night, with the
performance of "n^illi^** a comedy in 4 acts by Stahl* The subscriptions of
the last season were renewed with hardly any exception* Although, a pre-*
diction would be somewhat premature at this time, it does appear as though
the artists who have severed their connection with the Pabst Theater
Organization are replaced by equally as fine actors* The audience loudly
applauded the new members of the cast* Hiss Elsa Haerting, Uiss Anna
Gerlach and Mr* Julius Donat convinced us last night that they are
excellent acquisitions for the Pabst Theater enseBA)le* The role of the
unsophisticated Tille was in the hands of the youthful but extremely talented
Miss Haerting* With her filling this role, her predecessor will never
be missed^ The management may be congratulated upon such an acquisition*

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Illinois Staats-'Zeitung, Oct. 1, 1900. «,p^ ^jt- .ppQj -c'

Ki88 Gerlach in her portrayal of the droll l&wyer*8 wife was simply bril-
liant* The same is true of Ur. Donat, who played the part of the character
comedian, performing also the duties of stage manager* The Pabst theater
management was lucky indeed to acquire these excellent artists*

Participating in last night ^s performance werei also Ifines* Lobe and Wirth
and Uessrs* Heinz Gordon, Ludwig Kreiss and Ueuc Ruhbeck, all of whom are
well known to the CSiicago theater«*going public, from previous seasons*
Each one was received with warm applause which turned into an ovation for
Kiss firth, at her appearance upon the stage* It was a grand performance
for which the artists were well repaid by the appreciative public* The
work itself could hardly be classified as a master-piece, but performed
by artists of the described caliber, it was a success* We hope that the
management will often repeat last night's demonstration of a perfect
performance*

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Illinois Staats Zeitunp;^ ^Ipr. 9, 1900,

TliE G3RLWT TH3AT3R.

G3RIIAN

■^^^t^ (ia.^^^RC].3C2:i»

Last night's farewell performance of those two beloved artists, Mr. and Lirs.
Ferdinand V/elb, was attended by an audience, which valued the high art of
Mr. and lirs. '/elb's interpretation of comic characters. The title role of
"Doctor Klaus" was represented by LIr. V/elb and the "Housekeeper Marianne" by
Mrs. 'Jelb. The ovation which greeted the artists at their first appearance
on the stage, continued throughout the evening. Only with much regret, do
our audiences part with Ifr. and I.Irs. '7elb, and it was evident that it was the
secret wish of every one, not to bid these artists adieu, but to say, t)"Auf
Wiederseheni"

The characters of "Doctor Klaus" and the "Housekeeper Marianne" as inter-
preted by Mr. and Mrs. '7elb, will not soon be forgotten. They were honored
with mr^ny beautiful gifts, among which were two laurel wreaths for Mr. \7elb«

The ovation at the end of the perforioance was so overwhelming, that at the
final curtain call, Mrs. V/elb, deeply touched at this e:diibition of loyalty,
embraced her husband, which caused the already sentimental audience to pro-
duce handkerchiefs, and wipe away the tears.

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jY Illinois Staats Zeitungt liar, 26, 1900. /o"^ ^'

(^ W.PA f

THE GSRIZAN THEATRE. ^° ''

A spontaneous ovation greeted Mr. Selig, at his first appearance on the stage
last night. This celebrated artist of years ago, has forsaken the stage, to
become manager of the Pabst Theatre company. Since then, his appearances on
the stage have been very rare. To the younger generation he is almost unknown
in the field of acting. Through the portrayal of the role of •^Spangenbach**
in Bluraenthal & Kadelburg's farce •^.Vall-Flower'* he convinced his audience, that
•^rue love never rusts'*. The distiiiguished actor received many beautiful gifts.
The 80ciety**Schlaraffia Chicagoana** presented him with a wreath. This play has
not been included in the repertoire of the German theatre for many years.

The style is somewhat outmoded, for present day theatre audiences. All the
participants joined forces, to make the evening a great success^

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GERMAN

Illinois Staats • Zeitung Jan* 22, 1900f ^^^

THE GERMAN THEATER

Last night* s performance at the Powers Theater brought honors in full measure
to Chicago's beloved German actress, Victoria Welb-Markham* The artist
celebrated her twentith anniversary of association with the German stage in
Chicago* The play she chose for this occasion was •'The Famous Woman** by
Schoentan and Kadelburg* At her first appearance on the stage last night, she
was greeted enthusiastically, by her admiring audience* Her acting was as
usual beyond criticism, for which she repeatedly scored a generous applause*

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GEBIUV

D» iBBTOPOST, October Uth, 1895.

foraser 1« Organising*

WPA (ILL) PROJ. 3027.^

. kB^ ve hare announced already. Director Womeer will open the second theater*
season of the Graper Opera Houset at State and Uoth Streets* He has done his
utmost to Bake it a success* Also he has increased and iiiproyed his troupe of
actors considerably* Ag usualt the Henschel Orchestra will furnish the msie*

'i,.

tl „The first play under Wonser^s direction will he, 'Die Schoene-Ungarin" (The
Beautiful Hungarian)* Wonsser will fill the cast of Mieseherkt himself*

The charming actress Bella St* Claire will play the title role* All other
roles are in complete hands*

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SEHMAIT

DIB ABBilDPOST, October 2nd. Ig95*

Sundermann* s^Ihre* (Honor)

WFA(!LL)pRCk 3027b

Judge Gibbons has granted to-day an injunction to Augustln Daly agalnet Ifles
Lillian Walrath, thus preventing the latter from x>^rf ormlng or showing a trans-
lation of Sundermann* s *Ihre* on the stage. The injunction is talcing effect*
starting this coming Saturday*

Augustin Daly, Judge Gibbons dcdC* has proved sufficientlyt that he actually
obtained the performance-rights, irtilch fact cannot be put aside, by any publication
of the original in bookf orm«

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niinoia Staats Zeitungt Oct* 16, 18930

GERMAN TH3AT3R.
•TPhe Doubting Thomas'* ••..

GSRMAN

V^PA OU.) PR^i 302i5

p. 2.. Long live the farce with its inane foolishness! Formerly it ^ms rele*
gated to the carnival and its environs; the authors and their friends, the
nanagers, however, saw to it that it spread from its confines* But why should
one be so overzeedous? The public wants to laugh, thoroughly, exhaustlngly,
regardless if at last it feels provoked at the incipient cause*

New, good comedies are as rare as idiite ravens; the old subjects are now
**threadbare,** (verbatim: threshed out) so bring on the modem junk* What the
public demands it will have! From the standpoint of the theater *s business---
manager, the logic is justified* V/hat then should be the critic *s attitude,
since, after all, it is his mssion to create an understanding of art, to pro*
mote the sublime, and develop a taste for things artistic amongst his readers?

Under the given circumstances, his best policy is to be noncommittal* The
public is sufficiently enlightened to see through the faded meshes of old and
new jokes, the time worn mistaken identities and laboriously compounded cir-*
cumstantial environment of yesterday*s production. But it laughs, laughs

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Illinois Staats Zeitungt Oct. 16, 1893, ^p,^ .- ; n pRQ' 3027^

raucously over the boisterous fun which engulfs the tolerant listener with
crackling firecracker-^like rapidity, and ^riiolly accepts the presumptious which
the author has welded together; but pity the unfortunate actors v/ith their
lamentable problem, for much was required of them.

To imbue the spirit of life into such umbrageous figures as Ignatz Doell, Leo-
pold Schimmel, Dr. Puschel, Gustav Jenglein and ditto for the wife, daughter and
niece of Doell. That ia labor in the true sense of the word.*.. Verily, the
actors deserve unstinted recognition!

It is regrettable that they had to waste their strength to save such trash
(verbatim: hold such useless stuff above the water.)... The cast in its co-
operation functioned admiringly-. Sold-out house.

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(2SRMAN

The Illinois Staats-Zeltung. Oct. 14. 1893. WPA (IlL) i^^UJ. Ju2y^

SCHILLER THEATRE

(Pg.) 5 •♦The Doubting Tho las,'' Pfeirce in 3 Acts

By Laufs and Jacobi*

The above production is tantamount to a jovial, if not hilarious evening.
Whsrever this work has been performed, it has created laughter and as
such vjas a huge success. More ccnnot be demanded of a farce#

According to some reliable criticisms which are available to us and judging
from the play itself, it must be conceded that the work is an exceptional
creation destined to produce smiles galore. It is said by one or another
physician— but then this is not a strictly authentic declaration, that
nothing is more effective in strengthening our cardiac muscles and the
proper functioning of our sluggish kidneys, than a real diaphragmatic
convulsion or, if we v/ish to simplify it, we could say: "hearty laughter, ••
and nothing is mo^e suitable than 'T^he Doubting Thomas I ••

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GJHIvMT

The Illinois Staats-Zieitunp-., Oct. 14, 1893. V^p^ (ILL) PRCi 3G2.>

I have seldon seen such an unrestrined p,uffav/inr in a German theatre
as yesterday evening. This farce is indeod a rare inspiration and
the author's expertness in conpilinf-;^ his hypnotic probleras (verbatim,
we v/ould say, compelling problems, Transl.j serve full:/* to achieve
his intended purpose.

r.'i'. Eira vrill be the regisceur. IRegisseur: ij'rench istage manager; but
in the German theaters this dignitar^^ is usually, if not al-^ays an
actor of lonr; experience v/ho also functions in the play as a regular
member of the cast. '.7e might S'ly actor-director, but as director he
has nothing to do 'vith the financial end.

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GGRLIAN

He is More than v/hat v/e understand by the tem: "str^ge nanager," being
an artist besides. Transl.)

A list of the players is appended.

Personae

Ignatz Doell

Adelhaid, his v/i-fe

Leopold ^Dchiiniiel, insurance af^ent

iirnst G. SchiTie idler

Anna Hi chard

:.:ax Bira, Regisseur, etc.

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GZR1.!AN

The Illinois 3taats-Zeitun,^, Oct. 5, 1895.

GSHIvIAII TTi^TiJR
::ext Sunday, '^The :;itch/^ by
A. Fitger

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The author of .this tragedy nay also be kno;vn to our readers as an artist. . . •
In Hansa City, Bremen, one niay se: his paintin^rs adorning the walls. ... of
many public buildings His luminous color combinations v/ith their con-
trasting hues which have brought him faiae as an artist of historical scenes,
have also been employed by him to illustrate the grip-oing scenes. ... of

medievalism's sorcery trials The directorate has undoubtedly selected

a play of great drawin.^^ pov/er Miss Posgay will nov/ find an opportunity

to show us her real mettle, as the leading role of "Thalia" is written in her
vein. ....

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Tlie Illinois otaatG-Zeitunc. Oct. 2, 1893 •

The prsmiore of "Th^j Liobertine," a conedy in four acts, by G, von
-HDser was ^)resented. Ihis ^lay shows that the author has a^ed con-
sidorably. ^^s nuch as ^-oser h;^s v.^ittcn in the theatrical field,
he has not yet exhausted hi:aself entirely, but it apiioars that he
labors i.-ith difficulty \-\\ n he tries to be humorous and also original,
Nevertheless, the public v-ar:- pleased. There yt.s lauch laufjhter ..nd
aDDlause. i^xereb'- the critic should be disarmed. One should not
belittle the public's er.Jo:.Tient, but I will do so an:^^vay. He v/orks
in the same fiishion as of yoro and vainly strives for nov: forms,

different characters Tl# patterns, the situations, are all cast

in the old, standard mold The attenpts to simulate the piquant

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G-Jji^'vuJT

The Illinois 3ta.^ts-Zeitung. Oct. 2, 1893.

French prodicaiionts, produce only C^erraan c:raff:iQS3. . . . ^ But there

v;as efficier.t, spontaneous acting, t:ie -rablic could not tliinlv nor
analyze, and therefore did not notice the short coiPiincs, Tlie i)lay
became a huge success throu.:*h t e perfom..nce of th3 actors......

The house v:as sold out

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Illinois 3taats-Zeitun'-% Sept. 24, 1S95

Tin: GTViO:

mp. (III.) PROJ 30?75

Schaiuriberg-Schindler's Popular Theat":!-

The plan \vhicli this Cor.ipany has adopted for the nana^eiaent of its three theaters
is excellent, as it benefits the rnanacenent, the artists and. the f^eneral public.
It '.vcTks as follov/s: The conpan^- is divided and studies three plays, one for
each unit, and these in turn v.'ill be produced at the three theaters* The Com-
pany is benefitted in so far as each play is produced three tines, and as it
can afford to spend three tines as :nuch a3 for a sin^^le perfornance. The actors
have an opportunity to study their parts thorouii:hly and the public gains by the
better productions -^hich the system makes possible.

To-day* s pro^ra/.is: "^^pollo Theater," the :2;reat musical-farce, '^Tae Tild Cat. *^

Aui'ora Turnhalle, the pleasing Operetta "Ilariette and Jeanetton," 'Ti^jo Daughters
of the Regiments, or the "Llarriage Before the Drum." Miss Ilartha "Jeiclc and T'iss
Ilizi Sereni have the leading roles.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitun-:^> 3e-nt. 24, 1393. '"^ \^u.; ;>;:. .,,.^

I.Iueller's Iiall: I.Iiss Bertha Aiilfeld in the br^viira part, "Jane Zjrre,"
^^Tue Orphan of Lcv:ood." -L. .'Chinder as Hochester.

Hepner Theater.

At Labor-ilall, V.'. 12th 3t», corner ..'aller and 31ue Island xlve,, that hilarious,
./ell knoTm fa^il;,' portrayal vrith song rj^nzi dancing ''Bu-^':nelfritze" by "..liken, v;ill
be given. The leading role is entrusted to Ilr. Sebernick. .Is the play is ex-
ceedingly interesting and offers a profusic-n of ccnicril sce..Gs, an enjoyable
evening nay be anticipated,

Freiberg's Cpera-House.

In this po;-ular theater of the South-side, a first-night perf ormanee is announced;
'^The Coal -Mayors"; a delightful farce v;iLh lausic. That the artists for the various
pai'ts have been carefully chosen, and that the stage nanageiient v/as riost exacting
need '3 hardly to bo stressed v;hen one considers the proven leadership of the
director, L. '3-robecker.

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IToerber's Hall.

m mU. ; PROJ, 3027h

At the above hall the Character-farce by Dr. 11. I.Iueller, music by R. 3ial
;vill be produced. Its title, "Fron Step to Step" nay -;ell be called a pic-
ture of life set to nusic. The exceptionally realistic and conical figures
of this play follov/ an idea advocated oy the Spanish author. Cald::;ron, who
treated li^e as if it v/ere a nere dream. 1>.70 capable artists for these parts
have been found in the Misses Von 3ere:*re and C.L. Lucas, as both are endov:ed
v;ith melodious voices.

Theater-" .'alsh riall.

The above hall, vjhich has a seating capacity of 2000 and is splendidly arrEmged
for theatrical performances. v;ill be used by the Jean V/ormser Company tonic';^ht.
The tra.^edy "St. uenoueva" and also the epilo.^ "Schmerzenreich" are on the pro-
gram. The most suitable artists have boon selected for all the parts. Next
Saturday evening the troupe v;ill feature the same play at the Almira Turnhall.

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* jT ;p Illinois Staats Zeitungt Aug, 15, 1893.

GZRH.yj

m (dU ?^oi^ mji

AN INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY.

The German Opera company, or the Schiller Theater company, as it is more
popularly known, has decided recently to issue $125,000 in 7 per cent inter-
est bearing bonds of $500 denomination, to pay the balance of its indebted-
ness. These bonds with accrued interest are now available from C. P. Dose
& Co. in the Schiller Building.

The cost of the building was $925,000. Stockholders provided ;?500,00, and
the owners $300,00 of the 6 per cent bonds; a part of the 7 per cent inter-
est bearing bonds have already been sold; both issues mature in ten years.

The income of the Schiller Building is ample to cover this expenditure and
leave a margin for the stockholders, as any one can ascertain by comparing
the leases and the bills. The bonds are therefore absolutely safe and pro-
vide a splendid investment opportunity, particularly for the small investor
who, prompted by fear, hoards his money in his sock and thus has helped
to create the present depression.

His money is a part of the $177,000,000 withdrawn from the national banks

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Illinois Staats Zeitun^, Xug* 15, 1893. \WpA (ILL) PRt)i. 30275

during the last two months, according to the bank controller's statements;
in addition to these are the inestimable sums which were removed from the
savings and private banks. The total amount probably reaches $400,000,000.

This is dead capital and produces no interest whatever; it means an annual
loss of $24,000,000 alone in interest and infinitely more, if one considers
the values which could have been created through the use of this money.

Of what benefit are funds vftien they are deposited in your sock? Capital
which is not workiiig is akin to the loafer who steals time from the good
Lord. Instead of being beneficicd it becomes injurious to others and
eventually punishes its owner.

Here then is a splendid and absolutely safe opportunity to o^n the sock-
bank and make the money earn a hi^ intere*st rate, besides bringing it back
into circulation. - Adv.

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GERMAN

Illinois Staats-Zeitungt Dec* 21, I692.

WPAillDPROJ. 30275

THE GERMAN THEATER.

The attention of the German people must be called again to the fact that
it is not sufficient to have a house; it must also be taken care of*
V/e have a German theater now. It has a splendid troupe and renders
highly satisfactory, well-rounded performances. It has made only a few
mistakes in the choice of plays* It now presents to us brilliant
guest-artists, whose talents and reputation entitle them to a full
house, but in spite of all that, there is a gaping vacancy in the theater.

Of course, we can not force any one to attend a theater. There is no
obligation, as, for instemce, paying debts, nevertheless, it is true
that if we neglect to maintain a house, it will deteriorate. It is
obvious to all that if the performances on week days are not attended,
the same must be stopped, and if they have to be given up, it will be

^%^

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Illinois Staats-Zeituno;, Dec. 21, l892« •*.».* .p » ^ nnni ^r^f>nt

"■~~-— "~"— "■"~"""^— '~""*"" iirn (iLLv rnui. viw//j

impossible to maintain such a large and splendid troupe, and to furnish
such a variety of performances.

In order to maintain the German theater, it would be well for the German

citizens to attend the week-day performances, even though they have
to change their habits to do so«

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niinoia Staats Zeitugg, Nov* 14, 1892»

TO BE OR NOT TO BE.

Again a iriiole week of perfonmxices in the German Theater is before va. The
continuation of weekly performenees will depend entirely upon the attendance
of this week* It is clearly in evidence that no director of any theater can
continue to produce at a loss^even if he were very rich^or if he were willing
to do 80 for the sake of art*

If during this week the expenses are not at least coyered^ the performances
on week days will of necessity be given up. Another consequence would be a
reduction of the nuniber of actors idiich would deeply affect the efficiency
of the troupe* It is impossible to maintain such a large and capable
company of actors 9 as we have now at the Schiller Theater, by giving Sunday
perfonoBuices only*

I In a certfldn sense, therefore, it is a matter of TTo be or not to be** for

^ our German Theater* How will our people decide this question? The culti*

• vat ion of art measiares the degree of civilisation of a people* Shall it be

' said of the German population of Chicago that their civilisation, according

to this standard, is rather inferior?

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GERMAN

The Germans of Chicago have just recently proven their strength in their
struggle for their schools. Uay they now manifest the same capabilities in
maintaining their art!

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C3h:.:ak

• 1' The Chicago Tribune, Sep. 30. 1692. ^^^ ^l^^^. ^^^, ^^_^^

DEDICATION OP THE SCHILLER B-JILDIKG

Cnicago's new playhouse, the beautiful Cchiller, v/ac formally dedicated last
ni£,ht. It is a rrand acquisition to the teiuples of art and ^:laces of arnuseiiient
in the city.

For forty years the GerTia^ drama has been'prfcctically hcneless in this great
cosmopolitaji city with Its great German population. Before the fire, a hall
on the I^orth Side was devote. : to the German drama, but it wac swept away in the
flames. Since the fire, the Germans have had to be content with an occasional
Sunday night performance and once in a while a brief but uncertain season in
seme 0^ the leading theaters.

But loving everything connected with the Fatherland, something more than a year
ago leading Gen.. an citizens determined to erect a temple x"or their drama, and
the splendid hDuse which was dedicated last night is the outcome of their deter-
mination. They called it the Schiller in honor of Germany's famed and favorite
poet. Of course, the theater will also be devoted to other attractions, includ-
ing such English plays, operas, etc., as >!anager Anson Temple may secure during
the time that need not according to his contract and lease be given up to the
German drama.

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The Chi cage Tribune, 3ep. 30 » I892. ^^^^ 0^^') f^RGJ.3027b

For the dedicatory exercises, tliirteen hundred cards of invitation j&d been issued
to the stockholders and their friends. That tested the f j11 seating capacity
of the house. At seven o'clock the lig its v.^ere turned on and tne first persons
to arrive v/ere rewarded by a view of a spick and span auditorium, which is to
the tastes of many, the most beautiful in the city. Representatives from th<5
leading old theaters of the city pronounced the place a gem, and ,^^azed about v»ith
envy.

The lines of the Auditoriur. had been reproduced in miniature, it appeared to all
who are f ami liar with th-j great home of music, art and oratory, on Michigan
Ave. The Schiller is the /iuditorium on a small .sale, but even nor*- striking in
magnificence of decorative detail. Every seat in the boxes, parquet, the circle,
the balcony, and the uppermo^it gallery was filled when .ixslc - the note^ of
V/eber' 3 "Jubel Overture" - resounded for the first time tirough the nev. edifice.

Manager Teuple was proud of the opening, for the audience was representative.
The women were there in elaborate toiletsj the men were appreciative^ the oratory
was of hl/^h orderi the music was e: cellent; altogether the beginning was aus-
picious.

After A. C. Hesing's address, in which he told cf the struggles of the vGerman
drama for a home in Chicago and its final victory in the erection of the 3chiller,

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The Chi care 7rlbune> Sep. 30, I892,

W?A(lLL.)PROi.3G27l

Ivlessrs. V/elb and V/achsnev, managers of the Geriiian ccnpany which will begin a
two weeks' season at the house 'Saturday evening, presented to him a great floral
piece - a perfect image of the Schiller theater builiing, wrought in flowers,
with its inposii^ tower •

"•ri

The dedicatcrv exercises were in charge of the followinp;. coifirnittee:
the curtain rose after the overture, Pran^ Amberg, ^'hairraan, the speaker of
the evening, and the members of the Crpheus Iviannerchor aj^^peared on the stage.
Pranz Amberg introduced J. F. L- '->'laus, w:io delivered a prologue in Ger.nan* The
poem was composed by the speaker and was heartily applauded. Important cp^eches
were -^.ade by A. C, Ilesing and Dr. Emil G. ITirsch, a.iid the continuous applauj^e
of the listeners. A number of notable and well 'cnown citizens of Chicago were
present at the opening* A detailed description of the building follov/s; ....

The English dramatic opening will occur Cct. 17th, with the Charles Prohman
company in "Gloriana". Anson Temple, fornerly of the Auditorium, will be the
iaunager. Ke was present last evening surrounded by his otaff, the members of
v/hich were all in full dress, and looked iiapressive with silver badges. The
members were as follows; .... The engagement of "Gloriana" will be succeeded
by Frank Sanger^, company in "The Hew 7/ing". It is understood that the other
organizations also controlled by Charles Frohman will go to the Schiller.

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Die AbendT)ost, Fe-bruary ?.3t'a, 1S92. ..n, .n\\ PRGJ.302/£

IBsen' s"Gespenster"

(Ibsen* s Ghosts)

"I"bsen>s Ghosts" went over the sta^e last ni^nt at tne German Theater, which had
a considerable crowd hut was not sold out. The new dramatic conceiDtion of our
modf^rn writers is not fully understood "by most peoDle. This was proved by sporadic
jeers of some spectators, while at the same time others applauded. We are sym-
pathetic to both sides.

One side holds on to the old ideals of our fathers c?nd forefathers, while the
other side, the new direction- is trying; to t-^ar our dreaming mind away from these
ideals, to face a world of bare reality with all its monstrous injustices and hopeless
misery.

It was a highly interesting play, and all actors did their best, to make the
performance a success. Particular praise must be given to Messrs Kauer, Werbke and
Welb, also to Miss Milasson.

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GERMAN

Die Al)endpost, Fe'bruary Ist. 1892. Vjp^\ (llU P5\0i^-^^^^-

•Di# Karl Schueler" (The Karl Scholars.)

This the title of the well-known, classic r)lay, given at the German
Theater last night. Mr. Pranz Kauer himself chose this play for the evening^
which was dedicated to him as an honorary performance. Unfortunately, there
were not as many visitors as could have "been expected for the occasion.

Mr. Kauer filled the main cast, representing Schiller in his young
passionate days as poet and idealist. Mr. Kauer Dlayed his part well and de-
served the applause of the audience at several occasions.

Messrs. Werl)ke, Weld and Cotta were at their best and cooperated nicely
to make the evening a success. Also the achievements of the ladies, Miss
Ernau, Miss Milasson and Mrs. Markham were satisfactory^

GERtSAIl

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Die Abendpostj Jan. 12, 1892.

DEUTSCHES TliSATRE, (THE GERLLAN THEATRE)

••Die Dame In Schwarz'* (The Lady in Black) was played last night at the German
Theater and gave to Mr. Bollraann another opportunity to show his brilliant
acting ability. This playing was perfect and genuine. The other actors were
also at their best, but sometimes failed to attain the desired laugh-effect.
Othenvise the play was a success and worthy of the German Theater's management.

The Theater had a full house and the audience was generous with applause.

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Die Abendpost, Jan* 8, 1892.

THEATRICALS EEKFOIfflED AT LABOR HALL NEW YEAR»S DAY

The comedies '♦Niimicht fluchen" (Only Do Not Swear) and ••Kalt Gestellt»» (Set
Cold) were played on New Yearns Day at the Labor Hall and pleased the audience
exceedingly* Mr. Carl Knigge, who cams from the Tivoli Theater in Hamburg,
and has been engaged by the Labor Hall management , is now proving his abilities
as an experienced, well-trained actor. He is a valuable addition to the staff
of Labor Hall actors.

The other actors also were at their best and will have an opportunity to show
their talents in the coming plays at the Labor Hall, at first, ••Die deutschen
Einwanderer" (The German Immigrants) and then ••Die Gruenen in -America^^ (The
Green Ones in America) 9 next Sunday*

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Abendpost , Oct. 28, 1891.
THE GERMAN HOUSE

Two theater directors, Welb and Wachsner, have signed a five year lease with
the management of the German House which is now under construction.

The rent for this modern theater and stage will be jte5,000.00 per year.

The GernBn Hoiise is being erected on Randolph, between Clark and Dearborn
Streets •

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Abendpost , Oct. 23, 1891

«ffiNDEL»S OTERA HOUSE

Shakespeare's drama, "Othello," was played here last Sxinday before a well-
filled house. The different roles were well studied and executed.

On the following Sxinday a musical comedy, "The Tramp of Berlin," will be
presented. The title speaks for itself. It will not be necessary, therefore,
to recoaimend it to all vfho wish to laugh.

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Afaendpost, Oct> 23, 1891

IHEATER-i^HLAl^ro HALL

At the German 'heater, formerly Town of Lkae, a large and appreciative
crowd enjoyed the performance of "Hotel Klingebush."

GERMAN

For this coming Sunday the management chose the fascinating play,
"Labor and Liberty".

Bie arrangment and decorations require a considerable outlay of cash*

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Abendpost, Oct. 5, 1891.

GEiaiAN THEATER

By choosing the comedy, ••She Shall 3e Kissed, *» the directors of the Geiman
Theater made a wise decision. Although there may be a lack of dramatic
scenes in this play, as is said, yet it has an indisputable advantage, as
it is exceedingly amusing.

The \rfiole play is an uninterrupted series of mix-ups and embarrassments.
From the first to the last the play is plentifully endov/ed v/ith refreshing
humor.

As a vjhole, the above play is overwhelmingly huiaorous.

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THE GIERI.IAN THEATER

The management of the "Genaan Theater" has secured a very talented player,
in the person of Mr* H. Werbke. Mr* Werbke played at the City Theater at
Breslau, Germany, for two years and enjoys a good reputation*

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Abeadpost« Aug, 10, 1891 •
GERMAN THDSATER

On September 6, at the Hooley^s Theater, the opening performance of the
••German Theater'* will take place. There will be a total of twenty-six
performances for this season* Orders for season-tickets may be sent to
Mr. Sigumud Seleg, 391 Wells St. Those who wish to keep the seats they
occupied last season must notify Mr* Seleg before the 18th of this month*

GERMAN

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AbendpoBt , May 18, 1891.

APOLLO THEiiTRB

The popular piece, •♦Hasemann^s Daughters'* by L* Aronges,was performed
last night before a well-attended house in the Apollo Theatre, comer of
Blue Island Avenue and 12th Street. The performance was played so well
that the actors had an immense and well-deserved applause. Director
Hepner represented the gardener Hasemann, who always is busy with travel
plans but in- domestic affairs is ruled by his wife. This play was ex-
cellent and he was well supported by Mrs. Lina Schmidt playing the role
of Mrs. Hasemann. Miss Emma Mayer (Rosa) also played well but not quite
naturally enough. All others did their very best and the general en-
semble had the right effect.

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GERUAN

Abendpost > May 8, 1891 •

PREIBERO^S OPERA HOUSE

The news will be welcome to the German Theatre public on the Southside that

Ur« Alfred Roland 9 the well known humorist and director, has again taken

over the management of the German Theatre in Freiberg* s Opera House at

22nd Street near State Street. It will be remembered that Ur« Roland has

celebrated many triumphs there before during several seasons with his

superb company* As an opening performance, the humorous comedy ^Ein

Lockerer Zeisig" (A Gay Fellow) has been studied for several months* 5!

The principal roles will be played by the ladies Hesrnold and Bergere and
the gentlemen %iil Hoch, Roland, Schubht, Gutmann and others •

The customary dance follows the performance*

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Abendpost . May 4, 1891 •

/THE GERMAN THEATRE STRUCTUIffi/

It will be a masterpiece of architecture. The pride of the Germans in
Chicago, the new German Theatre building, work on which will be started
shortly on the lot at 100-109 Handolph Street, leased by the building Com-
pany for 99 years, shall not only be a memorial to the German public spirit
but also a masterpiece in the true sense of the word* The greater part
of the giant building, which will be erected fourteen floors high, will
naturally contain the theatre itself; the house will have 1217 comfortable
seats, whilst for the stage a place will be reserved measuring 40x80
square feet* The stage itself will have the most complete mechanical
installation amd will have all safety devices against fire. Fourteen
hundred electric lamps will light the theatre, and two hot air blowers
and one steam-pipe installation will give the necessary heat on the 12th
floor* 1\fo spacious rooms for entertainment will be installed* The
whole space on the 11th floor will be reserved for a German Club*

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Abend post , May 4, 1891. !

A hotel with 131 rooms will be Installed In tills giant building* On the
first floor, right and left of the main entrance on Randolph Street » most
elegant stores will be place. The front of the whole building is 80 feet«
The depth 181 1/2 feet.

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The Chiccx^o Tribune. Kay 3, 1391, p. 2.

f;PA(!LL)PK0..^D2/i

Ha/E FCR THE GERI^Ah^

Notwithstarding the various turner halls iind the hemes of the various Geruan
sinking societies, there ha^ been felt among the Germane the need of a general
gathering place ^nd a home for the German theater. The present halls are com-
paratively small und the lines of admission so closely drawn that they can not
be said to belon,;: to the Germans at lar^e . ./ith the vie\.v of sunDlyin^r this
need, the Chicago German Opera House has been formed und chartered. The premises,
Nos . 103, 105, 107, and 109 Randolph St., have been leased for ninety-nine years
and Adler 8: Sullivan employed us architects to erect thereon a building which
shall be for the Crsymun element of Chicago .vhat the Auditoriam is to the citizens
at large* The building will cover an area of 30x181 feet, be fourteen stories
high, and cost when completed ;p500,000.

The material for the exterior of the building will be a i/arm, light brown terra
cotta. All of the ground floor, excepting two small stores, will be occupied by
a theater, which will extend through six stories of the building. There will be
in the building, above the -tage, rooms for a Germ.an downtown club of large
membership, as also a restaurant, lecture room, and ballroom.

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The Chica^^o Tribune, ^av 3, 1891, F. 2. WPA C'll,; PfiOj Ml^

In addition to these purposes, the ouildin; Afill je occupied by a first-class
hotel, to be conducted on the i^uropean plan -.nd containing about 150 guest rooms.

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GEraiAN

Abendpost, Mar* 23^ 1891«

GEiai^ THEATRE

Splendid performance of Moser^s **Tlie Hypochondriac^. This drama » which
was played yesterday by the Germcui Theater Company under the management
of Mr* Richard Welb and Wachsner, belongs to the plays which are always
welcomed* The Theatre public was very pleased to see the play again and
was greatly amused oyer the various misunderstandings in this real comedy,
which caused much laughter and merriment over the many comical complications*
We need not discuss the contents of the play as it is widely known* The
performance in general was a masterpiece* The capitalist and hypochondriac ^
Birkenstock, played by Mr. Ferdinand Welb, was represented in an excellent
and perfect manner and created the chief interest of the public. Mrs*
Markham, the wife of the hypochondriac, showed the highest ability for this
difficult act* Also Miss Hedwig Lilia, representing their little daughter »
was perfect in her role* Mr* Leon Wachsner, was the snobbish town counsellor,
has not chosen quite the right role for himself; he exaggerated sometimes
the character of his role* His domineering wife, Mrs* Richard, played her

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role with great ability and affects

Their little daughter was well represented by Miss Clara Lippmann# The
two lorers, the ambitious architect Reimann, and the Jolly insurance agent
Berger have been played very well by Messrs. Schmelzer and Bollmann* Of
the small roles the following deserve our appreciationJ The county official
Pieper (Mr. Schubert), his wife Lina (Miss Albrecht), the county official
Earner (Mr. Hortzheim) , County official Hampel (Gschmeidler) , and the
Board of Health Physician Moll (Mr. Pechtel.)

The mcmagement has been well done by Mr. Welb«

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GERIiAN

Abenftnost. March l6th, l^^gi.

"Die Munchener" WPA (flL) PRO/ 3Q27?

Enthusiastic receotion of a first night iDerformance. The Munich residents were
greatly touched hy the dramatic T^lay which took r)lace January 13th, The actors played
to a full house and the audience gave them rousing cheers for the different iDarts they
pla,yed. They met wltn a similar welcome hy old friends of the "Grand Opera House."
The. play is "built up in the old ssicred commandinent of oT^edience and piety in children.
We find a true cnaracterization of Bavarian life so that the lublir almost "began to
thint that they lived among them sharing tneir .joys and misery. What made it more
suscepti"ble was tne nature of the iDlay and tne way in wh'ch it was acted. Everyone
of the Munich players is an artist; there is no mistake --"bout th.'^t and only the ij(tent
of their own will power makes one better than the other. Tne title roles were Dlayed
"by Miss Schoenschen and Mr. Swo"boda, they represented the old peasants in such a way
that everyone had to love them, the real affection tney nel d for one amotner and
their great love for their children and how trey helped thos^e in time of need won
the hearts of the suectators who really felt they were living with -them. Nr. Hospaner
Dlayed the shoemaker in a capa"bly dramatic way. The shoemaker who as a simmle shoe
repairer, married the energetic Maud (Miss Thaler) and later on in life rose to he
a lordly official. Much praise must "be riven to M. Hospaner^ The clayDit builder
was acter by Mr. Ernest and Iv'iss Muller took the "oart of Wallv.

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Abendpost, February, lg,lS91.

The ^gmies*

Already on Uarch 1, the Pygmies the celebrated German dwarf theatre company
wi].l start a short engagement in the Golnmbia Theatre here in Chicago. They had
a sensational snccess in New Tork, Philadelphia, and other towns of the East dur-
ing this season. They will remain here for two weeks as they have been contract-
ed to go from here to St. Louis, Their fame is well founded in all parts of the
world and there is no doubt that they will also conquer the favor of the Chicago
public* They range in age from 18 to U3 years and are not taller than 2| to 3
feet. They are first class actors and singers. The first performance will be ''The
Uagic i^prentice"* by Robert Breitenbach; music by Carl Josef. This is decoration
scenery of the first rank. The play has h acts and 9 living pictures of which one
is always more attractive than the previous one. The title role "The Magic Ap-
prentice" a smart Berlin boy type will be played by Miss Selma Goemer the excel-
lent soubrette of the Pygmies Company. s

The party consists of 200 members, actors, singers, and dancers. They are so
nniversfid in their play, that they have been called the little Neiningers under
which name they are generally known in Germany. This name has been given to them
by the Czar of Russia when they were playing at his winter palace Gat china during
a three-month stay in St. Petersburg.

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AbendpQ3t> Jan. 15, 1891»

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GERMAN THEATRE -'^

Last Sunday the Bonnet Lark (Die HauBen Lerche), one of the latest sensational
plays from Ernest von Wildenbruch, was presented by the Permanent German Theatre
Company. This particular play has been an outstanding success on all German
stages. The interesting way in which the poet handles the Social Problem will
also be captivating to our public.

The play will again be presented at Hooley»s Theatre.

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GER&IAN

Abendpost, Jan. 10, 1891.

[the GERMAN THEATER]

Next Sunday ^The Gypsy" will be presented.

0\ir permanent German Theatre group, under the direction of the Messrs.

Richard V/elb and Kuchsner, will present on Sunday "The Gypsies," at Hooley»s

Theatre. Mr. Erail fron the 2ast, who took part in the performance last

Sxinday and played the lead in "Kran," was no doubt liked very much by the public.

He will again play the leading part.

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GBRMAN
Abendpost , Jan# 6, 1891» ^

DER UDENCHSN3R '-

Die Muenoliener Artist Society gave the public its second perfozmance last
night by again presenting the play *Tastor of Kirchfeld** (Der Pfairer von
Eirchfeld)^ and again before a packed house*

The performance nvas in every respect a most successful one*

This evening for the first time the character picture, "Wild Alpine Flower
and Edelweiss" (Almenrousch und Edelweiss), will be repeated*

The program for the rest of the week is as follows: The Wood Carver of
God Statues (Der Herrgottschnitzer* )

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Die Abendpost. December 29th, 18^0 •

The Prospects of a New German Theater Building.

ThB project of a new home for the German Theater is approaching Its real-
isation. During the last two weeks, $l^t 500.00 have heen collected for the build-
ing fiinds. The total of all collections is to-day #331f 600.00.

The meeting of share-holders of the New Theater Association will he to-night
at the Orpheus Hall, U9 La Salle Street. Among other objects, the purpose of the
meeting is the election of new Directors.

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i'ae foilov/in.r nev; contribU"":ion5 in the intoreoto of tlie Grorincin tliea-cer fund hiLve
been obt'^ined throu;;;h the tireieGS exiorts of tiie re.itiaj^ian .vho are ±n char'^e of
this drive: I.clvov \^rev/in:; GomDc.ny, v;;i,:jOO.OO: Orpheus ..ole 'JhoruG 'i. OOO.OO.etc.
Three l,vjOO.CO contributions are listed, ^.ho roia^iinder are of $500.00, ,'300.00,
v200.00 and vlOO.OO denoniin-^.t ions, fhe total rives 010,200.00.

All sui^iS thus f'"r received anou-.t to v312,000.00.

7h6 proraoters of tl'ie project intend to 3end notices to "Ohe stockholders within tlie

next fe;/ days, cxllin-' their, to a verv i.uoortant business meeting at the Orpheus

r-^ll, ')ec# 29, in the afternoon; the directorate is oo be el8c:ed. Tl:e ^reat work
or'-'resses and its ^-:oal is visibly iV'^arer.

\ correction: ^unte ."Iros. >:. Or.oehr have naid yl*;^'00.00 at the very bef^innin;. By
mistake they licave oeen credited onI.v with '.'OOO.OO iii the orevioufj liso. or this
reason, their name aoncars a;::^in <-/ith an audio :-onal l^SOO^OO.

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Die Abendpost> Dec. 12, 1890
x-TlifilBERG^S CKSRMOUaE

Dr. Faust's **Zauberkappchen" (llagic Cap) was played last Sunday at
Freiberg's Operahouse and had a full house.

Moritz Hah^^, Leon Deutsch, Alexander Bauer, S. Franz and the ladies,

E. Nosta, von Bergere, Richter, Wagner, were excellent in their individual

casts.

The audience was pleased and did not spare with applause.

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GERMAN
Die Abendpo8t« Dec. 12, 1890*
LABOR HAIL

•'Die Tochter der Holle'» (The Daughter of Hall), by Rudolf Kmeisel, was played
last Sunday at the Labor Hall. The main casts were filled by C. Alvin and
F. Rothmeyer, who deserved the repeated applause of the audience.

Also Messrs. Felshaus, Henke and Tempel were at their best, while Mrs. Raabe
was playing the main cast excellently.

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OSRILAN

The Abend post. Dec. 5, 1890.

APOLLO THEATRS

The Shakespeare Drama, *^Othello, the Moor of Venice" (Othello, Der '^
Moor von Venedig) , was played last Sunday at the Apollo 111 eater and had r
a full house.

Robert Heyner as ^thello, Es* Schildgern as Cossio, Sidonia Heyner as
Desdenionia and Wilhelin Roth as Brabant io were at their best and shared
equally the applause of the audience.

Coming Sunday, the "Lumpenkoenig" (Rags King) will be played at the same
theater.

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Die Abendpost, ilcvember 14, 1890 •

LABCR :i/.LL.

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The ccLiedy '»V/o ist die I^atz?*' (V;here is the Cat?), is one cf the best ple.ys,

v;e ho-ve ever seen e.t the Labor li.ll. Last ni-ht's perJcrii.sjice was a real

success, as indicr.ted by a full house and the \iarm applause cf the cheering
audience.

Particular praise i;.ust be ac:;crded to the ladies V/a^^ner, ^-ossi, Kraus and
Winter, else to Ilessrs. Roesecke, Sispel, Alvin and Tenpel.

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Die iibendpost> Nov. 7, 1890.
APOLLO IHEATER

"Cheiaie fur hfeiraten" (Chemistry for Marriage) was the title of
the play given at the popular Apollo Theater last Sunday* The
performance had a full house and met with enthusiastic applause
of the audience.

The ladies, Clara Lucas, Bidonie Hepner, Anna Loeffler, and also
Messrs. Schildgen and Krause, deserve to be mentioned particularly for
their good playing. ^

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GERLIAN

Die ia)endpost, Nov. 7, 1890.

MULLER^S HALL

**lh0 Grolden Spider," by Frsinz Von Schoen, was played last Sunday and
applauded warmly by the many visitors. Messrs. Holthaus, Schindler,
Stolte, Lenders, Bruggemann, also Miss Meyers, L.liss Arndt and Miss
Wolf were at their best.

A well-arranged dance followed the performance.

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Chicago Tribune, Oci^* 30, Ib90.

'0 ':tiv-^ gri.::! drami.

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A ,^600,000 Theatre To Be Trect-.d In
Tr.e Do\T.itov/n District. It V/ill ^e
Lp^tq "jid Elegant *Anl Conroare F'-vorably
'Tith Anvthin^'^Cf The Kind In Chica-:o.

P« 3 - 1 The Gerrmn T'.eatre cor:D--ny has secured a ninety-nine ye':-^r lease

of the 7ells property on :)e"rborn Street norxh of i:he '^orden Block. This
lease ie :ade on the b-'Sic of $13,000 a year. Tl'iis coinpjny soLie time a^^o
leased the Fr^nicis Bartlett property on A.a:'yxl:yi\ Street adjoining the Borden
block, 80 X 180 feet, for ninety-nine years at an annuel rental of $17,500.
The .veils property has a fronta'-e of ninety feet on Dearborn Street and is
30 feet deep. The valuati.'n of this property as determined by the terins of
the lease is $260,000. The valuation' on' the* Bartlett lot is ■!^350,000.

On the "1'* shaTDed lot no'.v controlled b"^'' these leases the theatre comr)any
proposes to erect - :p600,000 theater buildinr. The auditoriuta of the theater
^vill be lar^^e enour/h to accoriodate -•n audience of 2,000. The theater en-
trance '/ill be on De'-rhorn Street, while the Randolph Street fronta,^e v/ill be

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Chicap;o Tribune, Oct, 30. 139C.

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used for offices. It is stated th'^.t the new buildinr will be comrr.enced
next spring.

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GERUi^

Die Abendpost. Sept. 19, 1890.

LABOR HALL

The very popular play, "Stioemalcer Fluster" (Schuster Fluster), was
given last ni^t at the Labor Hall and pleased the audience exceedingly.
The main casts were filled by Messrs Alvin, Roesecks, Friedlander
and Siepel and furthermore by Misses Rossi, Deisner and Emma Kraus.
The performance had a full house and was again a success for the
direction of this well-qpieuiaged theatre.

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Die Abendpo8t> Sept. 8, 1890.

xiPOLLO THEATRE

The merry play, "Goldner Boden** (Golden Soil), opened the theatre
season at the Apollo Temple last evening. The members of the cast,
who are already known to the public for their experience of many
years, were greeted heartily by the audience* The ladies, Clara
Lucas, Sidonic Hepner and Linda Schmidt, were rewarded by the
presentation of splendid flowers* It was a smooth and perfect
perfoimanlJe, and the visitors had an amusing evening.

GEE»yyy^

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Die Abendpost, Sept. 5, 1890.

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THE GERJ5AN THEATRE f-,

Ashland Hall

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The cmiraating play, ••Der Raub der Sablnerimen'' (Rape of the Sabine Women),
was shown last Sunday at the Ashland Hall. The play itself is so interesting
that no particular advertising is necessary. The filling of the casts was
satisfactory. Mr. liormser has played the roll of the comical theatre di-
recotr Striese. Whoever remembers his acting froia last year in Freiberg^s
Operahouse, knows that he understands hov/ to entertain the audience, which
had without question an interesting evening.

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Die Abendposty Aug> 5, 1890.
■^ [LABOR HALL]

"Sein Drittes*^ (His Third) or '♦America and Spandan'' was played last Sunday
in the Labor Hall, which had a moderately filled house. The performance
pleased the audience. Particularly Miss Liebig, Messers Alvin, Roesecke,
and Leist kept the audience laughing. Then followed the play, "Sin Zimmer
mit 2 Better" (One Room with two Beds), v/hich again gave an opportunity to
Messrs Alvin and Roesecke to prove their ability as good actors •

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Die Abendpoat, July 29 , 1890 •
LABOR HALL

Last Sxinday the opening play at the Labor Hall was '•V/orther and Lotts" and
proved to be all the way through a complete success; Messrs Alvin and Rossecke
were particularly good actors. Also the loving couple, Mr* Siegal (7/erther)
and Miss Liebig (Lotts) accomplished their best. Then followed the Gamethief
(Wilddieb), which also pleased the visitors. The audience did not spare the
applause, particularly for Messrs Alvin, Rossecke, Siegel, and Miss Liebig.

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Die Abendpost, July 25, 1G90.
L/iBOE IIALL

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The ^v;ildieb»* (Gane Thief) is the title of a play which v/as given for the
first tine yeaterday at this theatre had an unusual success, as in all other
places 7;}i9re this play has teen shown. There v/as a full house and the main
roles were played by good actors •

^Eurhanna" was performed by i.:r, C, Alvin, "Ebei-t** by i:r, Hosesecke, •'Gruener'^
by Lr. Liepel, '♦Fneda" by L'.iss Liebig. The smaller parts were also filled
conveniently. It v/as a perfect and enjoyable evening.

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Die Abendpost^ July 1, 1890 •

FREIBERG »S OPERAHOUSE

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In spite of the great heat, the many picnics and excursions, vftiich have i%
jeopardized the pleasure of going to indoor entertainments for the majority
of Germans, the Operahouse Vi/as fairly crowded. The performance of ^Appel^
and Lehrmann*» was accepted with considerable applause. The actors of tlje
main casts, the three guest performers — regisseur (cenery manager) Moritz
Hahn, Emma Nosta and Miss Von Berger — were applauded. The honors of the
evening were shared by Messrs. Leon Deutsch, Sporn and Engelking. For the
coming Friday, the extremely comical play» ♦♦Young Men and Old Women," is
on the program of this excellently managed theater.

Both large halls are kept open during the performances, and truly Freiberg's
Operahouse is one of the coolest pleasure localities of the summer session.

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Die Abendpo3t» July 1, 1890.
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V/ith the expectation of seeing a good performance last Sunday evening, a ^
highly appreciative audience had gathered at Luth^s Hall and followed with
interest the playing of the Operetta (Comic opera) ••The Rottenf anger of
Hamelin** (The Pied Piper of Hamlin) , and rewarded the actor of the title
role (main cast) after a stormy, cheering introduction, with continuous
applause*

Next to him. Miss Bertha Wagner aroused the main interest of the spectators.
Also Miss Barton and Miss Rossi, besides Messrs • Kischka, Paul, Bitler,
Berger and Bauer, shared the applause of the audience. The taste of the cos-
tumes was very good* The management, by providing fans and other cooling
accomodations, made the atmosphere very pleasant in spite of the great beat*

For next Sunday, the play, ••The Holy Genoveva,** as second guest-performance
is on the program*

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subscrirj: for tii^ 5iV^c:i n of a g::rliin TpGat^r.

As it is ir.possible to ell on all the Germans who loay be v/ixlin,-: ^o donate
fui:ds and thereby participate in tha building of a ^ieriuLxn Theater in Chicago,
.e herev/ith announce that subscription lists are available at the i"oilo\ving
business houses: The bank of .2. S. Dreyer cknd Co,, ./asir^insdorif ; Heii'isiiiann and
John 3uehler; at xhe real estate office of C. P. Jose, and also at the Illinois
otaabs Zeitun;^ •

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Die A'bendpost, AtdiII 10th, IS90.

GERMAN

The German Theater Project.

The long contemplated project, the desire of the Germans to own a theater of
their own, may now l)e crowned with realization. Messrs. Amherg, Buehler, Pose,
Arnold and several otkers have founded a company for the purpose of acquiring
the Randolph Street property, "between Clark and Dearhorn, adjoining Spstean's
Museum. It i*? their intention to build an office and theater on this site, if
the Germans of the city will suhscrihe and thus guarantee sufficient funds. Ho
risk is involved, when signing, as the subscription list is merely intended to
give the Gerr^ians an opportunity to share in this enterprise. Several gentlemen
have vouched for large sums; to promote the financial status to "better advantage,
personal intelrviews with well-known Germans are comtemplated, to induce them to
cooperate*

This proceeding is considered very successful "by the Committee and it hopes
to give periodical reports of the 8u"bscription'8 i^rogress, in which case the
"Ahendpost" will not fail to give its readers adequate news.

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G^^rs looked I'orxrard co the tii^c >/hen they

^•/ould have their o\ra buildin': in tlie center of the citv Lo j.ouce thiS
v-nd as thsre is "^n or)Mor unnio^^ no^i^ to ourcliase a Dieco of ^Tounch

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born 3tr6:jetr35 therefors saver^^l C^jr:..- n citizens hav;j o- ken ■•}tl op^^ion on this piece
of ^jroourt^'', 'lov/ it defends entirelv uDon the }^r..aii DOoal-^Ltion ui Chica o, if their
desire sh.ll be realized or net, bec'*use ail c:.n co r-rioute to the re^paired ano^toxit
according to tiieir aoilibv, out this uust be done at once, bee 'uae the option is
f'-ood for a short lii.je onlv.

it can be

This rx rticular i^ro^^erty is SO* b" IjO*. ■LCcorMin^- to a-.^reenents i-^Rdi
leased i'or 88 years for uhe su::i of r;i7,5CO.uO annually, .\ 13 story inodern office
buildinr: is to "re eracted in front, and the theater ./ij 1 occupy l:he rear jnd \;ith
the required exits le^'din^ tcv/'-.rds the* alley.

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A sur:; of 8500,000.00 must bo raised to cover tiie cost of construction.

half of this sum n^ust be siyned, the other r-alf en be obt ined bv issuin:- bonds.

It will depend uoon the amount sip'ned durin^^ the next fev; d* vs. i/iiet: er ohis

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hi'ide as lollov/s: ono. fourth of the a.;:ou.:it si.;j7ied, un I.^.y Ist, :uid th.e lalanca in
C, lo, and ^v4 months reopectively. hs sou- a:j suificieir^ ^-^ -^•^ + -"1 -- -^^^-...: -'-v
■'oard 01 "jirectorG ..ill be elecGed.

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Illinois Staats Zeitun[_-, I^r, 23, 1890,
A GERim] THEATI^R JILL BE BUILT AFTER ALL,

From reliable sources we have been informed, that influential and wealthy Ger-
mans are planning to build a German Theater in Chicago. In fact, further de-
tails in regcird to this project may be available in a few days* The place for
it has already been selected* It will be in Randolph Street, directly east of
Epstein's Dime Museam, The land will be leased for a ninety nine year period
and a twelve story office building is to be erected* Bonds, reasonably priced,
to enable the less fortunate to participate in the venture, will be sold to
raise the necessary funds. VJe greet such an enterprise in the interest of Ger-
man art; it is most welcoiie indeed.

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/^sxEca^iuin:) seligZ " " "' ' ' ''

The present mansger of the local German Theatre has been connected v/ith
the German stage in America for thirty years.

His name is prominent in Chicago's theatrical history and that of
theatrical development in the whole country, for Mr, Selig has appeared
on the stages of all the larger cities of the Union.

He has been acclaimed as a character actor and a singing comedian.
Later he applied his knowledge and experience to the management of
German theatres.

His career began in Chicago.

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Die Abendpost, Mar* 18, 1890 •
SOCIAL TUENHALL

The New German Theater, at the Social Turnhall, under the direction of Mr*
Mittlacher, is progressing very nicely* The performance of last Sxinday
was well attended and met with much acclaim* Stage Manager, Mr* Grundlach,
deserves great commendation for his tasteful, proficient managing of the play:
•*The Proposal at Heligoland *••

Jack Trolle gave an excellent portrayal of the boatman; likewise Miss Lucas,
Claere and Mr* Roth '.William, whose song numbers met with generous approval*
Hannes Pump had the laughing element on his side* The smaller parts were well
represented and deserve praise.

Just keep it upt

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Die Abendpost, Feb. 28, 1890.

THE NEIV GERMAN THEATER
First Appearance of Maximillian Moritz Hahn's Company

The above company will give as its initial performance at Central Turn-Hall,
on Milwaukee Avenue, »*Tlie King^s Daughter, •• •♦A Beggar,^ or "The School of
Life."* Mr. Hahn promises that all theater-goers, who appreciate good stage-
management and cast, with historically accurate costumes and the best of
available scenery, are invited* The new company has engaged excellent artists
and is convinced that its trial performance will inaugurate a new era of German
art in Chicago.

The possibility of daily performances is not precluded, if we consider Chicago's
large and constantly increasing German population. If Mr. Hahn fulfills his
promises, then, undoubtedly the public will give him ample support, since our
city has a large art-loving German population, sufficient to make daily per-
formances possible.

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Die Abendpost, Jan. 18, 1890.

2RNEST FOSSART; HIS iiCHIEVKr,2iir.^.T A^ NATHi^^, THE VyJSE

One could look foirward with expectancy to his conception of "Nathan,
the Sage." It was a part wherein proof was required whether he merely
intended to seek effect or whether the true artist would subordinate
the virtuoso. "Nathan" provides nothing to the latter, wherewith he
can garner public acclaim, nomannerisms will succeed here, where only
genuine art can emerge victorious. Lessing in the creation of this
masterpiece did not produce a vacillating character like "Narciss,"
which may be interpreted in diverse vjays. Who intends to play "Nathan"
correctly, can only follow the dictum of the poet. Now then, did
Possart give the proper version? In deed-he did fully. After perusing
Lessing 's work, one mujt candidly admit; there was no superfluity of
motions; who could not be appeased with this "Nathan," would never be
pleased by anything. Especially grand was Possart 's principal scene,
in his dialogue with the Sultan, when he related the saga of the three
rings. Therein the master of declamation showed his metal and provided
a rbetorical gem. This success is the culmination of painstaking
effort through years, not that of the lucky genius.

GERMAN

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Die AlDendpost, Jsn. 17, 1390.

* THSATBES .

Guest appearance of Miss Mathilde Cotrelly, in "The Salon Tyrolian," by-
Karl and JackolDsohn.

Management succeeds in always producing new plays, etc., at Mc Vickers.

Possart: this evening a new part; Nathan, the Sage, Tomorrow afternoon:
repetition of Wildhrandt's "Daughter of Mr. Fahricius."

German Popular Theater, Aurora Turnliall. Management: Robert Eepner,"The
Masons of Berlin,'* principal parts are entrusted to Robert Hepner, Ludwig
Grofecker, Alhrecht Krause, Karl Grundlach and the ladies, Tony Hepner,
Tilly Lamberts.' Several songs will be included. (Blue Island, near 12th
Street).

Freiberg's Operahoxise. At the above the farce, "Postillion of Munchen." Main
parts: Mrs. Barton, Wagner and Mr. Deutsch, Kraus, Richter, Schmiht. Dec-
orations are new and a good performance is expected.

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Die ATjendpost, Jan. 17, 1890.

Wendells Operahouse, 1496-1506 Milwaukee Avenue. January 10th. First night <
performance, direction Henry Foerster, the Parisian "Good For Nothing." After
the performance a "ball.

Jean Wormser' s Theater. Ashland Hall, 47th Street. The farce "Der Stabstrompe^ta"
(The Staff-Trompeteer). liain parts played by: Alma Richter, Ida Werner, Kaethe
Kleinhans, Christine Rothweiler, Mr. August Borre, Fritz Rademacher, Adolph Bittler,
Hugo Kammer, Jean Wormser. The ^<unagement contemplates a second arid third addi-
tional "bratnoh theater.

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GERiVAN

Die Abendpost> Jan. 15, 1890.
A ISV/ GERLIAi: POPULAR TIiELiTRE

Henry Forster, a dir^ictor and manager of personnel, inaugurated a nev; German ''
theatre at .Vendel's Opera House, 1496-1506 llilv/aukee Avenue. Ke proclains ..
that he intends to give peirTorniances of high standard, and has obatined ex-
cellent meiribers for the cast. The initial performance is scheduled for next
Sunday. A Comedy - The Parisian ''Good for Nothing. '♦ (Tangenichts)

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Die Abendposty Jan. 15, 1890.

POSSART^S GUEST APPEARAIJCE

Mr. Possart will prolong his stay for another v;eek, hence v/ill also appear
next week. Amongst other performances he will appear as Franz Moor, in
Schiller's '•The Robbers, •• also as Mephisto in Gtoethe's "Faust. ^ Tonight:
reiDetitiOii of "Friend Fritz."

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Die Abendpost, Jan. 13, 189C.

German Theatre at LlcVickers. /

One half column, describing the initial appearance of ::rs. Llarie Kronau and
her co-actors in the regular German Theatre* {Oo:meii%] she fills a long-felt
want, is capable and experienced, and in her i!.i,ti^i performance proves that
she is equally enabled to display parts of passion in '♦Ladies of the Drav/ing
Room.^ Her versatility thus constitutes a mo:.t desirable acquisition to the
re{];ular personnel, and credit is to be fiven to the mjanagenent for its perspica-
city in obtaining a lady v/hose Qualification::; R^^ke her suitable for such parts aa
plays, her engagement v;as indeed a necessity*

next Sunday: Die Salon Tjrrolerin (Parlor Tyrolian)^

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Die Abendpoat^ Jan# 10, 1890 •

^^EHB (aSERUAN THUlTBR/

AccoxdiDg to the theatrical column, fire German stock companies functioned at
that period, this includes traveling and rssident enterprises*

(1) Xrnst Tossart in **The bloody marriage (Karl IX) at the Auditorium (yesterday)

(2) Gezman Theatre at McTickers (Sunday) Miss Marie Kronan, residence
theatre of Berlin#

(3) German Popular Theatre, Aurora Tumhall, **Lumpaci Vagabundus.^

(4) Apollo Theatre on Blue Island Aye* Next Sunday: Mr* Hepner^s company in
the forceful play ^he discharged Gonyict***

(5) Freiberg* s Opera House, Sunday 12th ^rom step to step,** by Dr* Hugo Mueller*

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Die Abenlpost, Jin. 7, 1890

3r:3st rc:::sAPr

A great accomplisiL-nent (A glowing account, covering a colurn, £-iven tribute to
Ernest Possart, the versatile actor.)

Special stress is laid upon his complete subjugation of the ego, whereby he is
enabled to transform, hirriself ro conpl;v^ly that no vestige of his prior person-
ality reiTiains and he l^ecomes unrecognizable \':hen conpared with another character
in a previous performance^ *^Carl DC,'^ ^Habbi Sichel,^ and ♦^The L*erchant of
Venice,'* are in his repertoire. The New York Herald a^claii.'is hhi as far superior
to Booth in his renderinc of Shylock, i^ Shakespeare* s -Merchant of Venice.-

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Die Abeiidpostt Jan# 6, 1890»

TRIBUTE TO ERNEST POSSART

The debut of the great artist is proclaimed to earn artistic and financial
triumph. His audience was enraptured, gave him unstinted applause, created
indeed by an enthusiastic public and not augmented by the hired claque*

One reviewer's column was written acclaiming his performance of Carl IX*

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Chicagoer Arbeiter-ZeitunR, Oct. 15, 1888.

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ORGAN PIPES*

OrgEin pipes are things to blow with** This should have been done last
night with the organ pipes in HcVickers Theater, and v/e wonder why the
otherwise well-versed and understanding management of our German theater
has not done such a thing before*

The excuse that the public demands conedies in order to laugh does not
always hold* Such a farce as was shown last night is not demanded by the
public*

Comedies like Treptow*s ••Organ Pipes, •• stamp the German theater with a
ridiculous burlesque character*

*i3rhistle-booing or disapproval of performance*

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Chicagoer Arbeit6r*>Z6itiingt Oct. I5f l888. ^pA (Hl^

The directors, Richard, Welb and Wachsner foiind, as we admit they
deserved to, a sjrmpathy cmd reception on the part of the Chicago public
as none others have received before •

larhy, then, do the directors not try to meet the public halfway? Is the
Geraan stage only directed to the intelligence of the rabble? 'iffhy
does not the management at least make an attempt to hold the public by

The repertory, announced before opening of the season, showed plenty of
serious and good pieces.

Why, then, always this light fare? The auditorium, considering all
circumstances, was again very well filled, last night* The cast gave -
with a few exceptions - an excellent performance. To describe the
content of this piece is impossible as there is none.

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Illinois Staats Zeitung, September 12) l688y

OUR GERMAN THEATER.

It has been frequently pointed out during the last few months, that the
management of the German theater will do its utmost to furnish us with the
best possible performances for the coming season* Likewise it has been
discussed, again and again, in this paper ea to what difficulties the
management hsis to face to make the theater season from a financial stand-
point a successful undeirtaking, while at the same time it tries to comply
with the wishes of an audience which loves eind understands art« Finally,
we appealed urgently and repeatedly to the Germans to protect our own the-*
ater, that is, prosaically speaking, to patronize the same as much as
possible, and, perhaps to purchase a season ticket • Our German theater
can only then become well established and grow continually, if an audience
is formed which attenas the institution regularly and remains loyal,
although a competitive institution tries to shake its foundation from
without • •

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Illinois Staats Zeitungj September 12, l888#

The German theater must become a part of Germanism itself, and must
become intimately related to it. Every attack upon our theater should
be treated as an attack upon all Germans, irrespective of whether the
attack is made by English-Americans, or by competitors with a German
nationality.

Although it is generally asserted that free competition is beneficial,
in this case the statement is not true because this is sin enterprise which
must be first strongly developed by sympathetic care and understanding*
Competition can only smother the plant instead of strengthening it •
The experiences of recent years are sufficient evidence that competitors
in the realm of German art were not mutually benefited, but suffered
losses* '<¥here the German stage is compelled to maintain laboriously
its cultural efforts; as a foreign group it faces the many native English-
American theaters and where it can depend on a small percentage only
of the total population for support, then competition can only be
detrimental and destructive •

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Illinois Staats Zeitung> September 12, 1888.

Considering the future of the German stage in Chicago, we must recognize
the fact of existing dangers, namely, that new German troupes of actors
may arrive here, which will attempt to win the favor of German audiences*
This will divide the interests and weaken the strength of Germem audiences
thereby frustrating the hope of establishing a German theater permanently.

In order to prevent this, and not let the dream of an excellent, well
established and financially sound, German stage in Chicago go up in
vapor, all art -loving Germans and others, who honestly desire the
development of Germanism, should make every effort to assure the success
of our theater, and then other similar German enterprises can be supported

^e therefore urgently appeal to our readers to render practical assistance
by purchasing season tickets, so that the management of our German insti-
tution can devote all its efforts toward the performances of the best
plays and not be disturbed by the grinding and, competitive battle for
existence, which at best would dull its interest in the main problems •

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Chicao-o Arbeiter Zeitunf', Jan. 3, 1888

G2RIv!AN

THE GIIRLIAN TKEATIuR.

Our German population has become theater conscious I Contrary to former years
when the nHnagement of the Gerrrrn theater has everlastingly shov/n a deficit,
and \vhen one fiasco follov/ed the other, this season has recorded thus far a
new and almost iiagic transformation in its history. The company performs
before a "sold out** house now, instead of as before, row after row of vacant
seats. The four directors of the company were very persevering in their
efforts, in that they were aided by the rest of the company's very good
nrtists, and thus teve won the public's admiration, .. •

v/e frankly admit, that there have been many years since any German theater
company has brou,p;ht to the eyes of the audience so well rehearsed and rounded
performances •••• The prominent newspapers of Chicago said that "the Germans
were deserting their art I" The reason of course was, that the former German
theater cornp- nies were not worthy of the support of the educated Gerr;;ans,
It is true, that our theater audiences consisted to a large extent of people
who were formerly engaged in menial service and whose thriftiness laid the
foundation for their present day wealth.

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Chicago .\r be iter Zeitungt Jan. 3, 1888 •

But the Germans, whether educated or otherwise are well able to discern between the
mediocre or even worse , a poor offering for their cultural requirements. Therefore
it was not surprising that German theatre companies had to play before vacant seats
while nowy a capacity audience acclaims the well deserving artists....

The great Chicago Opera House was again sold out for its New Yor*s performance.

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Chicago Arbeit er Zeitung> Sept* 12, 1887 •

THE CHICAGO THDATRE.

GERMAN

VyFA (SlU PRO] 3Q^7^

Last night's opening performance of the German theatre season at the Chicago Opera
House was a great success. Director Selig may be well remembered by our Chicago
audiences of former years for his work and interest in the German Theatre.

Last night's performance was the comedy, entitled ''Falling stars** by Moser and
Gimdt* The play is of no literary depth but is rich on comic situations and en-
tanglements, and if the actors unite in a light and carefree flow of conversation,
one could be carried away with it, never realizing that there is no action to the
play at all*.. •

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GSRI.IAN

Illinois Staats Zeitunc> L5ay 16, 1887. i^p, .,

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DIE GTHSPEMSTER (GHOSTS),

rbsen*s •'Ghosts*' had a warm reception in Chicago. It was our task a few days
ago to go into details and into every phase of this play, on which occasion
we defended the moral of the play and pointed out the great beauty of this work
by Ibsen. Last night •s first perf orma ice of ••Ghosts" put us in a position to
judge, whether this play produced the ssune effect when brought before our eyes
by actor-artists, as it does upon every thinking individual ^jriien reading it»
A deep gloom is cast upon this family tragedy from the beginning to the end
without a single ray of sunshine to brighten it, ending in a breath taking
tragedy which produced an eilmost harassing effect upon the audience. The au-
thor permits the sun to penetrate only after the horrid final act. V/hen read-
ing the book, one marvels at the daring of the writer in expressing his ideas;
at the same time being filled with admiration for the man who so convincingly
gave form to them and which produces ^uite a different effect when spoken by
the actor. Ibsen's name will be known to generations to come; hp had the cour-
age to speak of things which in its secrecy bring harm and injury to families
and nations, even to this day. He removed the veil of secrecy, exposing the
horrible consequences. His name v/ill be ranked with those of famoue physicians,
who work and fight for a healthy morale, condemning the world for its prejudices*

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GERMN

Illinois 3taat3 Zeitunn^ l^y 16, 1887

WPA (ILL) PROJ. 30275

The part of Oswald as played by Mr, Mitterwurzer was perfect. Ke nade a real
study of the character and portrayed the scene of Oswald's insajiity so realist-
ically that he startled the audience by his movements* His art reached its
height in the second act, while his death in the final act '^m.s nothing short of
actual horror.

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GERMAN

Chicago Tribune. May 16, 188? • WFA (ILL) FI?OJ 302/5

GERMAN THEATER.

The German Theater season at LIcYickers was brought to a successful close
last evening with the pretty Comic Opera "The Bat** (Die Fledermaus) by
Johann Strauss* Messrs* Collmer and Isenstein, the managers of the German
Theater may well look back with pride upon their achievements during
the season* They deserve great credit for what they have done. The Germans
here never before were treated to such uniformly good performcuices as they
were this season, and if as good performances are given the next one, the
managers may rest assured that their efforts will be even better rewarded.
What enabled the directors of the German Theater Jo give such uniformly
good performances was due to the fact they also managed the German Theater
in Milwaukee. Thus they could bring plays that proved a success at one
place to the other with same strong cast«

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Chicago Tribune > May 16, l887* WPA (ILL) PRO. 3a?7?

For one evening's performance in the week they could not have engaged so
strong and able a company as they could for three nights at Milwaukee and
one night in Chicago. While the managers did not reap a rich harvest for
their enterprise, yet they did remarkably well, and came out with a balance
in their favor. Had it not been for the mistake of occasionally bringing
out inferior plays with inferior casts, the manaE:er8 would have done
still better. It is to be hoped, that they will take a lesson from
this year's experience, and give none but the best plays with the best
actors that can be obtained.

The German theater-goers of Chicago are a highly critical and peculiar
people. They will support a German Theater if the performances are first
class; if not, they stay at home or go to the English theaters. The
house last evening was the largest for many weeks^ and the performance,
with a few exceptions, a brillietnt one* ^

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GERMAN

Illinois Staats Zeitung, April 20, 188?.

THE GUEST ACTOR, MR. MITTER7/UR2ER •

The enormous success which lir. Mitterwurzer scored recently in the role
of Risler in the French conedy "Framont Jr. and Risler Sr.,** was the
cause for the repetition of that play during his present engagement.
It will be remembered that v/e described at his previous engagement, not
so long ago, the play and the great art of llr. Mitterjsrurzer 's acting,
sufficiently enough as to refrain from a repetition. But we have to
mention that this genial artist was superb in his part. In that great
scene in Act 4, when there is the unmasking of his unfaithful wife, the
audience burst into wild apolause.

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GERMAN

Chlcagoer iirbeiter i^itung, -^pr. 21, 1884.

MUELLER'S HALL

The German Theatre in Mueller's Hall was well attended last night, be-
cause the public wanted to show its appreciation to the popular actress,
Mrs. Johemna Horn, who gave a benefit performance. The audience was
very fortunate also in the selection of the play. Although '/ie have
seen "Rhilippine Welser" played somewhat better, nevertheless our
claims for a people's Theatre were fulfilled by the performance.

Mrs. Horn, who played the title role of the piece, deserved praise;
Uhlirch was very good as Archduke Ferdinand, l«lr. Horn as Emperor;
also Mr. Hammer, as "Franz von ^urn", took great pains to play his
role well. The married couple r/elser was played by Mr. Bonner and Mrs.
Hauser, who proved themselves to be excellent actors. Miss Roemer in
the role of a page deserves credit and Mr. Bobene as '*Bohemi€Ui Peasant"
helped to make a success of the whole. A large number of bouquets were
given to the beneficiary from her many friends. The stage -management
of Mr. Bonnet deserves special mention.

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GMaiAN

Chicago Arbelter Zeitung^ Apr* 16, 1884«

J^SS, GERtdAN THEATER

McVickers: •♦The Strike** comic operetta in 3 acts by Anton Thomalen, Music
by Christ Bach.

The above; first work of the Milwaxikee Poet and composer, will be presented
at McVickers Theatre, Sunday, and we do not doubt a moment, that the perfor-
mance will prove to be one of the season's most enjoyable ones*

A report of the Milwaukee •♦Seebote", contains the following spots: That at
yesterday's third performance, the public was overenthusiastic, that the

house echoed from the stormy applause, that they had to repeat their songs
a number of times and th^at the pleasant impersonators of the solo roles were
overwhelmed with gifts of flowers* We don't need to point out, as it is
understood by everybody, there is music in the Operetta, as we stated after
the first general rehearsal. But we can also report a very interesting in-
termezzo* Among the spectators there were also two celebreties, who will

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Chicago Arbeiter Zeitung> Apr. 16, 1884»

participate in a great concert today at the Music Hall, namely: Miss Emma
Thursby and Mr. Kontski. Both were so delighted with ths music, that Mr.
Kontski could not refrain from introducing himself to Mr. Bach after the per-
formance, and expressing his delight and appreciation of the play.

Naturally, very often Singing Societies, tried their skill at performing
operas, and achieved considerable success, but we must say, that no Singing
Society has so far produced anything, that would equal or could be compared
with this operetta; it is a glory which unquestionably is due to the "Mil-
waukee Liederkranz** of which they can be justly proud.

GBRMAM

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Chicagoer Arbeit er Zeltung, Apr. 14, 1884 •

MULLKR^S HALL TH3z\TRE

"Cinderella *♦ the dramatic piece by Robert Benedix, was performed last
evening before an overcrowded house* Hiss Slize Rouier distinguished
herself in her role as **Elfriede", frequent applause was her rev/ard* Mrs*
Horn also played her role with great virtuosity* Mrs. Hauser after a long
absence, was an excellent "boarding school Mistress" and portrayed the
"Ursula Veltenius" in a natural way* The little Juvenile "Ida" was well
played by Miss T* Neuman* Mr* Uhlich was a splendid "Count Albrecht",
and Mr* Bounet characterized the head of the school "Dr Veltinius" very
well. Mr* Bender as "Count Rothberg" the man who enjoys life was
satisfactory* Next Sunday for the benefit of the popular actress
Mrs. Johanna Horn, the historic dramatic play "Philippine Welser" will
be given. We hope that a large audience will welcome this lady,
Mrs. Horn has rendered great services to the Grerman Theatre in Muller*^
Hall^

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Chicagoer Arteiter Zeitung, Mar. 24, 1884

MULLER'S H/LLL

The performance of "The Devil's Mill on the Wienerterg" took place yesterday
evening in the pressence of a large audience. As the study of the roles
received the actors' greatest attention, there was no doubt of the success of
the play, thanks to the excellent management of Mr. H.F. Bonnet.

The two guests Miss Eliza Roiner and Miss A. Bender Justified their reputation
as capable performers. Also Miss E. Bonnet in the role of "Genius" Iriel,
played and sang very well. Mrs. Riclas filled her part satisfactorily. The
role of the "brave and cotirageous jester and shield-bearer of Knight von Schwartz-
eman was ably played by Mr. C. Hornt Also the Messrs. Bonnet and Uhlich must "be
favorably mentioned.

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Die Fackel, Feb, 26, 1882.

Since Mr. Priedrich Haase left town last Sunday, the theatre loving public of Chicago
again depends on the home talent under the direction of Galium and Isenstein* It is
hoped that through faithful suijport a happy solution of the problem of worthwhile
entertainment can ^e reached*

In a way, it might be regrettable if big stars(like Haase) were to come here too
frequently, as it naturally will make the public less appreciative of the endeavors
of our own actors. This has happened in other cities. Our German actors in
Chicago have already given us proof of their brilliant abilities.

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DH TACKEL (The Torch) Stmdan, Febroary 12th, 1SS2.

Theatre and Ifusie*

"I can Indeed not dance a Jlg"t eald Mr. Trledrleh Haaset Frida7t when he Tislted
the Editor of the ixhelterZeltung, *hat I hope nonethe^less to have nade oany friends
in Chicago***

Without any doubt, this great actor is very popular among German Society in
Chicago. Testerday, the tickets for today's performance were quickly sold out, due
undoubtedly to Mr. Haase's world reputation.

Hezt Sunday is positiToly Mr. Haase^s last appearance in the Comedies "Die
Beiden Klingsberg* and " im Torsimmer Seiner Xzcellens.* Both comedies are famous,
and are performed by Mr. Haase*

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Sept* 24, 1881*

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V/hy a Comedy?

The raanagement of ColLner and Isenstein has announced a comedy by Kneisel

for tomorrow evening's performance for the express purpose of providing

an opportunity to introduce three excellent new members of their cast,

Miss Hagen, Ferdinand 7/elb, and Ottomar Dietz* It is highly regrettable

that the company in its constant effort to provide new plays overlooks %

the fact that under the present circumstances, in the week of mourning ^

/tor President Garfield's death/, the selection of such stage productions ^

meets with considerable objection* However, a comedy is not a farce, and ^

if Kniesel is the author, then such an offering becomes a pleasant up- 5

lifting diversion which may be suitable even for a period of mourning. ^

The play depicts the brighter aspect of life, with humorous situations,

and the cont3?ast provided by pathetic scenes inparspersed with comic

tends to increase effectiveness /of the humoi/", and no one need fear

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung> Sept. S4, 1881 •

that attending the performance will in any way interfere with the prevailing
sentiment for the beloved departed leader of our nation. To avoid the comedy
would be just as exaggerated a display of mourning as to refuse to read some
diverting romance, and obviously it would be ridiculous to refrain from attend-
ing and enjoying an artistically presented comedy because of consideration
for the present period of sorrow. \'Je therefore believe it fully proper to
recommend attendance at tomorrow's performance at Vicker's Theater. The
comedy '♦Die Kuckucki^^ (The Cuckoos) is on the program, and three nev; members
of the cast will make their first appearance in the play. However, we print
a letter received by the editor to show to the theater management what the
public thinks of the selection*

(In Our Mail)

♦♦♦That is nice; mourning hung outside the house, and the announcement of a
comedy in the windowl It won*t do!'

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Illinois Staats-Zeltung, Sept, 24, 1681.

♦TPhis was the declaration of a saloonkooper of the North Side yesterday
evening as he took the notice and laid it aside for future use. The man
is right. 7/as it actually impossible to find and present some suitable

drama, to write a prologue bearing on the tragedy which affects us all— ^

something which might be read in an intermission? The theater has been 5

proclaimed as an institution of learning time and time again, and so it ^

might have been expected that these disseminators of intelligence would r^

act with propriety. No fair-minded person would think of dejianding that -c

the theater should remain closed, and that all persons involved should o

be deprived of their earnings, but it is not too niuch to expect that exist- ^

ing conditons be considered. S

'♦A resident of the North Side.'^

The sender should remember, however, that the theaters which are frequented
by pious American church members offered farces and rank nonsense through-

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Sept. 24, 1881.

out the entire period of mourning, and that one of the fashionable theaters
of the city, in which a sermon will be preached tomorrow afternoon, offers
rank attractions in the evenings Our German theater is mainly dedicated
to comedies, and giving a tragedy might prove tragic, we fear.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitunc^.Aoril 18, 1891

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Last evening c J^fe^'-^d ri variety of excallent entertainment, and the
attendance to** ^'ereol**, presented by the Gollner-Isenstein Theatre
Goinpany, vas very rood indeed. The ruest artist deiricns^trated that
it is not so •:.ll-i:.:jortsnt to interpret the principal role in order
to find appreciation for his or her art. The audience exhibited
an intense interest throughcut the performance, an* indie:ition that
the GenTians of Chicago- like and appreciate a good drama.

'^Fereol^^is a hi^^hly effective drama; it nay be said one of the best that
Sardou vTote, The subject of this highly interesting play is typically
French,** 'Gilbert e" the ^uuncipal fei.iale character, although of secondary
importance, v;as impersonated by Lliss Ida von Trautmann.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitun-^, April 18, 1881,

'Ve cannot quite comprehend v:hy the nanagement did iiot select a more
prominent character inpersonation for tliis reni^l artist's first
guest perfor::iance.

Nevertheless, there "-as arnle opportunity afforded Lirs Trautinann to
prove herself ^n artist of hif-h caliber, Excellent '.'as her portrayal
of intense fear at the discovery of lier past, clinRzing in the still
{greater agony^ the eventful separation fron her daughter ♦ She gave
a noble tin^e to that lovable cheractor in the confession of her
guilt. ;i:he v.as grerit and convincing.

"^liQ r.:anage::ient deserves praise for the very good porfcrmance.

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Chicago Tribune. January 31. 1881, >« FA (ILL) PRO J. 3027^
GERMAN THEATER

A new comedy by J# Von Moser and ^« Von Schoenthau, entitled "Krieg im Frieden"
(War in Peace) , was produced by Collmer and Isenstein*s German dramatic company
at McVicker's '-^lieater last evening, and proved quite a success. This play, like
most of Moser 'a productions, is finely written, full of action, has well'-drawn
charaeters, and Is interesting from beginning to end# It is a strong play,
although not the eq\ial of some of the author's former productions. Hhe various
parts, with a few exceptions, were in competent nands* Messrs* Heineman, Meyer,
Engle, ^ichard, and Hodenberg distinguished themselves by giving fine character -
representations, and so did Miss ^iebach, Mrs. Meyer, and Mrs. Markham.

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Chicagoer Ar'belter Zgltamg, Jantiary 3rd, 1881.

German Theatre-Mc Vickers.

The farce, ••Runaway Women" "by Berla was Blayed yesterday "before a full house» $
the principal actress was, without doubt the excellent "Viennese Soubrette, ^
Miss Pagay, who at her first apr)earance has gained the favor of the public. ^
In yesterday's performance she showed her sppremacy as a Soubrette o- first
rank. Attractive comic songs, a beautiful voice, splendid acting, ability,
highly seasoned but not excessive, had their deserved effect. She was well
supported by all tne other actors and actresses. The harmony and ensemble
was a rarely achieved result, but local artists did not take a back seat when
playing with such a great star as Miss Pagay. They seemed to be incited to a
superb performance.

The production was in every sense a master piece.

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Chlcagoer Abbeiter Zeltung, Jan. 24, 1881.

/tee volksteeater/'

In this popular entertainment place on the north side several one act plays "^

were presented last evening; as a request numter and return engagment "Kens ^fj

and Hanne" was presented first. Next also a return engagment "Man loll Den :jj

Teufel Nicht an die Ward Malen" ( Dont Paint The Devil On The Wall). For fp

the third offering they gave "Ein Koenigreich fuer eine Frau" ( A Kingdom i^.
For a Woman)

The best had heen left to the end as was seen "by "bringing Madam Sarah
Bernhardt to the stage. There is no question hut that the public had plenty
of variety.

It is a well known fact, that, the Volkstheater under the ma^nagment of Mr.
Sarner does not have to fear any competition on the North side, as the public
still shows their interest and satisfaction in such a way, that the actors aie
playing nightly to a sold out house. Needless to say, the appearance last
evening of Mr. Leopold Kaiser, the famous singer, made the evening more
interesting than heretofore.

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Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitung, Jan. 16, 1881. [

GEfaiAN TEIEATRE h

Last Saturday evening, the comedy, "The Rimav/ay Wives," was presented at the ^
Schiller Theatre.

The material with which the director and the cast had to deal was mighty poor.
In fact, the comedy was more a copy of America's "Old Toms" or "Old Joes."

Lilcewise, the music was bad. Surprising that the music director would ask
capable musicians to play such silly pieces. The composition v;as simply very
poor.

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Chicagoer Arbelter Zeltung, Jan. 16, 1881.

ARBEITER HALLE.

The Polandische Company brought last evening the "beloved play to the stage
jBntitled "The Emharrassment of a Married Man." (Ein Ehemann in der Klemme).
Following this play the company presented the musical comedy from Moser,
"Seaman* s Homecoming." (Seemanns Heimkehr.)

Is as much as this was received with enormous applause, the company closed
with another musical comedy, "The Educated Cook." ( Eine gehildete Koechin).

In as much as the admission was only 15^ the House, as was expected, was
filled to capacity.

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Chlcagoer Arteiter Zeitungt Jan. 16, 1881

"LUMPACI VAGABUNDUS VOLKS THEATRE '»

Last evening Mr. Sarner presented the comedy Lumpaci Vagatundus" at the
Volks Theatre. The comedy has "been on the program of the German Theatre,
for over a half century. The comedy was under the capable direction of
Mr. Sarner, who although manager-director took a part last evening.

At the end of the evening a one act comedy was presented "by the same
company entitled "Dont Paint The Devil On The Wall". "Man Soil den Teufel
nicht An Die Wand Malen".

There is no question "but, that the evening was a most successful one in
every respect.

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Chlcagoer Arbeiter Zeitung, Dec. 20, 1880#

WESTSIDE THEATRE

In the gymnastic hall »»Vorvmrts^ last night, imder the management ' of the
popular actress, Louise llagemann, the play, "The Devil of St# Germain" or
"The Blind Of Paris," a character sketch of A# Prix, has been enacted. It
was very much regrettable that the attendance was so sparse. The sensational
French play and the exceptionally good representation of the ensemble deserved,
indeed, a full house. The performances of Mrs. Hagemann and Miss Thielemann
were excellent. The costumes were elegant and well chosen.

The Germans of the Southwest side have every cause to support the undertaking
of this very capable institution.

A very entertaining dance followed the performance.

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Chicagoer Artelter Zeltung, Dec* 6, 1880.

GEHMAN THEATE2 IN LIC VICKSRS.

The titter cold and the strong wind might have teen the cause that the

theatre was not very well attended last night. It seemed that the atsent

ones did not miss much. The evening was veiy discouraging for the public

and actors. V^e liave not so much cause to criticize the acting, hut rather

the singing, of this opera. In many salons of Chicago tetter singing can

te heard than was done last night. "The Golden Cross," the excellent opera ":^,

of the clever composer Brull, needs well- trained opera singers to te ef- ^

fective.

We do not intend to hurt the feelings of anybody, tut as. regards the tenor
Sisentach,ifdTo has teen praised so much ty the management, we must state that
it was audacious of this gentleman to appear active in an opera with such a
voice. We doutt if he would find employment in a State Street Tingel Tangel
(cheap musical entertainment) ♦ The chorus and orchestra were good. The
second performance of the evening was much more pleasing and was entitled:
"The Servants," a comedy ty Bendix. It was shown here that the management
disposes of very excellent actors, as tetter acting of this comedy was not
possitle and the test possitle performance was given.

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Chi cagoer Arte i t er Ze 1 tiing , Dec. 6, 1880

Well-deserved applause was accorded the players. The management should
take its lesson about the direction of the plays to "be enacted. Next Sunday,
Schiller's »»Wilhela Tell" will te given as a benefit for Mr. Richard.

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Chicagoer Arteiter Zeitung;. Novei!i"ber 22nd, IS^JO.

Deutsches Theater (The German Theatre).

The Theatre managem^^nt of Collmer-Isenstein, has received a lesson last night,
in producing B.iorson* s drama; "3in Fallissement" (A Bankruptcy.)

It would Tdp advisable, that the management "be more cautious, in thp selection of
the repertoire, and above everything else, consider the conditions and circumstances
of the country. It <^an not be assumed, tiiat every olay, just because it has had a
great success in Europe, would "oroduce the same effect here. Just the contrary can
hapnen, on account of -oeculiar conditions, and a fiasco is inevitable. Last nights
performance was a proo"^ of this. To the American merchant, bankruptcy does not seem
to be such a grev^t calamity as it is, to the Norwegian or German business man. To
the average merchant here, insolvency c^oes not seem a very serious matter, and there
is no shrinking from tne usual trick, by which the debtor enriches himself, at the
coat of the creditors, who have to be satisfied and, consider it a special privilege
and an act of mercy, on the part of the debtors, i'* they cor't lose the last penny in
such Droceedings. This is at>parently the reason why "Bin Pallissement" had no
drawing power.

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ChicaFoer Arbeiter Zeltung, November 22nd, 13S0.

That the r)erf ormajiCF received any epDreciation at all, is due, not only to the
exquisiteness o"^ this work, "but to the expert impersonation of each character.
The scenery was beautiful. Next Sunday night, the opera, "Das goldene Kreutz"
(The. Golden Cross) will be brought to the stage of this theatre.

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The Chicago Tribune. No^. 15. 1880. WPA (ilL> PROi. 30275

AMUSSI,EIiTS - TliE GERlJAN TIIZATPZ

"Die Baiden Reichen Mueller" (The Two Rich fillers) is the title of a farce-
comedy with song and dance, produced at nz Vicker's last evening by Coliner
and Isonstein's German Comedy Company. It is by A. kc.i.o^ the author of the
successful comedy "Pamilie lloerner", whioh in construction and plot it re-
senr^bles considerably.

It is not a play of great literary inerit, but it is wall constructed and in-
describably funny. It is long since a s-'nging farce .vas produced here tl.at
gave such universal satisfaction and caused so much amusenent as this cno.

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Chlcagoer Arbeit er Zeltmig. Oct. 26, 1880*

DIE FLBDSRMAUS (THE BAT)

In McVickers Theatre the Collmer-Isenstein Institute presented the night
before last the **Fledennaus'* (The Bat), the famous opera by Strauss before
a completely filled house. The ^^Fledermaus** is more a musical comedy than
an opera and excels by a well balanced and interesting action as well as
by intoxicating music in which its producer, Johann Stra\iss is without doubt
at present the Master Composer, from the very moment that the orchestra begins
with the overture, till the end of the last act the listener is charmed by
this enchanting music* Rosalinda von Einstein the wife of this frivolous
banker, was represented by Miss Wassermann and this role gave the lady an
opportunity to demonstrate her highly trained good voice, and her superb
play* The demonstration of the character was a little too serious, so that
all the chances of her play did not materialize* The honors of the evening
were carried off by Miss Bertha Fribach as ••Adele^ the clever frivolous
chambermaid who could adapt herself so well to the ensemble of the better
class society found in her an exceedingly capable actress in play and song

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Chlcagoer Arbeiter Zeituag. Oct, 26, 1880.

even though her voice at times might have been a little bit stronger^ ^

Miss Fribach had to sing several songs da capo and brought the auditorium S

into ecstasies with the champagne song in the second act« Miss Scherzel \^

played ^Prince Orlowsky'* very well. Her movements might have been a %

little more manly. Mr. Moritz Wassermann had a real triumph though he

did not come up to his role in Gabriel von Eisenstein, by Strauss* The

act was played too much like a dilettante so that we would advise the

actor Wassermaxm to take an example from the singer Wassermann. His

voice gives the expectation, that by good treatment it will give much

better results. Mr. Selig represented the teacher '•Alfred*' in the play

very well; also Mr. Heinemann the director of the prison ^Frank.** Both

gentlemen were good singers and received much applause. Mr. Waldorf as

notary, •Talke*' did not come up to the mark. Mr. Meyer as prison warden

"Frosch^ well understood the principal points of his role. Attorney Blind

has been portrayed by Mr. Kriner with a well balanced interpretation. The

choirs and ensemble were passable; they could have been stronger as well

as the Orchest3:a» The regie did its very best and it can be said, that

taken as a whole it was a very successful entertainment, and well presented

performance.

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Chlcsgoer Arteiter Zeltung. October 19tti, ISSO.

"The Litraxian"

This farce was played Sunday night "before a crowded house in Mc Vickers Theatre.
The play itself was not very much apT)reciated and only the skillful acting of
the players saved it. As with many other "olays, this farce suffers from an
unnatural element and it is therefore v^y far fetched "but, the individual
effects are excellent, and so, through the artistic acting o:^ the Collmer's
ensemble, this farce of Moser's draws from the house geniune aioplause, Mr.
Rickard in the character of ••Lothair" was capable and characteristic of the
frivolous "Lothair**. Miss Frehachs who iDlayed "Edith" excelled herself, so
gave her a chance to show her rare talent with roguish frivolity and comical
depth of sentiment. Fraulein Scherzel Eva was worthy of her and Mr. Heinemann
as the tailor was in his element and as the comedian did his best. Mrs. Mark-
ham played the role of governess with gusto to the delight of the audience.
Mr. Engel received great applause. He "olayed the role of Mec donald in a
masterful way and through exaggeration in elocution and acting won approval
till the finale. Mr. Rodenberg played Harry Marsland, but with too emotional
gestures, so made many parts of his best scenes ludicious.

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Chicagoer Arbelter Zeltung. October 19th, IgSO* Wr/^ O^l) ^'^-'-^^'^^

Mr. Meyer played the gentlemen farmer well. Messrs. Waldorf and Hvoener took
the parts of Armadale and John to the satisfaction and delight of an aT)T)reciative
audience, and so through the acting of the players, the farce was saved, and so,
in the Grand finale, the curtain rang down with the audience applauding^

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Chicagoer Arlpeiter Zeitung, Oct. 4, 1880.

&SR1»IAN THEATEE IN MUELLER'S HALL

For the opening of this new and tastefully decorated hall, corner of
Sedgiirick and North Avenue, a large and enthusiastic audience was present
last night. The performance was preceded "by a concert and all seats were
were sold out. The program was opened by the playing of the "Jockey March"
under the direction of orchestra leader Mr. Flodoardo Hoffmann. The musicians
received much applause, and the other musical items on the program were much
appreciated "by the audience. Then followed a farce supposed to take place in
a furnished residence; the ladies Nicolai and Thyssen, and the gentlemen Pel-
isaier, Uhlich and Kadlowski were the players ♦ They gave an excellent per-
formance, especially Mr. Pelisaier as Capitalist Aschendeck of Pasenvalk, Miss
Tbyssen as a pretty chambermaid did her test "but her voice was not suitable
for such a large hall; however, her acting was good, so all went on smoothly
to the end. Another farce, "That was I" or the "Wheel Barrow Parade," was
acted by Miss Johanna and Mr. Pelisaier in which they excelled themselves.
Both plays won great applause. Mr. Pelisaier is a splendid actor and always
draws a full house. At the end of the performance the chairs v/ere removed,
and young and old had a good time dancing till the early morning.

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Chicagoer Arbe iter Ze it ung , Oct. 2, 1880 •

GEEIIAK THIiATRE K)R THE PEOPLE

Tomorrow a German Folk Theatre ivill be opened on North Ave* Plays vxill be
given alternately for three Sundays at Folz Hall and the fourth Sunday in
DeValds Hall (formerly Fidelia). The director is the well ioiovm and much
beloved humorist, Victor Same, and his endeavors are principally to make
it possible for the workman and his family to spend a few happy hours on
a Sunday evening, for a moderate entrance price of 15 cents.

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Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitamg» Sept. 28, 1880.

GERMAN THEATRE

Yesterday's performance in Mc Vickers 'heatre gave an opportxinity to the
artistic ensemble of "Collmer-Isenstein" to show themselves in their most
superb light, and the success and applause they gained was the more de-
served as it has been caused exclusively by the magnificent action of their
play. The anacted piece, "The Demented Woman" comedy in four acts by Hugo
Buerger, is a rather superficial play without any deeper sentiments, even
offending against the existing rules of stupidity, and it can only be made
enjoyable by an extra good performance by principal actors.

There is no trace of \inity of action in the play. It refers to two love
intrigues which are far apart and both different in their development sind
solution. The Demented TToman or the Narrow Minded Girl, which latter might
be a better title, cannot be considered the main attraction of the play. The
character of the piece is a very aigreeable one, " a loving girl with all the
tenderness of the female sex^" The representation of this love is much too
simple to make it a foundation of a comedy. Furthermore, it is very risky

to present to the public a young, beautiful, rich, educated, amiable girl.

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Chlcagoer Artelter Zeltung, Sept. 28, 1880.

who out of love to a narrow minded father also represents herself demented.
The faults of the piece, however, were counteracted by the excellent acting
of the artists. Miss Fietach, the demented girl "Stefians," gave a poetical
charm to her superh play.

She received repeated applause from the public, which w&s well deserved. Miss
Trautmann excelled "by her effective, well-balanced play as the lady of the
drawing room and also by the effects of her devoted womanly love* Miss Van
Kaselowska and Mrs. Meyer mastered their acts well. Mr. Richard demonstrated,
in the part of Werner, the perfectly educated artist as he is already known to
the Chicago public. The good-acting talent of Mr. Meyer repeated itself dn
yesterday's perfomance. Messrs. Sngel 77aldorf and Redenberg did their best
for the success of the entire piece.

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ChiCc^goer Arbeiter Zeitun^. SeBteTnlDer 27th, 18^0. ^^t, 'iJJ: ^'^.OJ ?02/5

Deutscnes Theater (The German Theatre),

The memoers of the Collmer Isenstein Theatre CoTnt)any convinced ns last night
again, that every one is a real artist of tne drarratic profession. The -orodiicticn
was "Die ?rau ohne Geist" ( The ITarrow Minded Woman) a comedy in h acts hy Hugo
Burger. Tnis work is very lif;nt,and only such artists as the ones, who participated
at last night's performance, saved it from a fiasco.

The narrow minded woman- of the r>lay, is really a lovable character that of a
deeply loving and sentimental young woman. But the writer does not give enough
of emphatic exoression to such love, as to create a sulD.ject for a comedy; further
more, it is quite a venture, to present to the audience, a young, heautiful, rich
and educated girl, who for the love of her narrow-minded father, is determined to
aT)Dear narrow-minded too.

Miss Ficbach, who acted the principal character, that of Steffana, knows how
to display -ooetic charm, such as the writer intended. She was rewarded, with

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GEmiAX

thunderous applause. Miss Trautmann' s acting, as a mRin'ber of high society was
excellent. Miss Kaselowska as well as Mrs. Meyer ha.ve cifted to the success of tne
evening. Mr. Richard in the Dart of TTeiner snowed again, that he is an actor of
rare quality, as he is known already, to our audiences. Mr. Meyer's extra ordinary
talent is not a new discovery. Messrs. Engel, Waldorf and Rod^nberg helped to
make the Dlay a success.

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Chicsgoer Arte iter Zeitun^-, Sept. 20, 1880.

"GZPaVA!! TI-:2ATZPJ'

"On the Hunt for a Bride," a comedy "by Hugo ?ur^er, was played yesterday
in the Ivlc Vicker' s Theatre l^efore a well-filled house. It is a' superb, play,
it refers to a ''marriage of convenience^* iDetween Miss ?otter(actress)Miss
Scherzel) and Llr.Hich^rds (actor, M. Paul Gersdorff), a man of the world
and which is hapoily prevented through a friend of the hride, lip.rir Delraont(
l>:iss von TroutmannC 3y a number of interesting conplications, it is Joined
together in wedlock as nature intended it to "be.

The players are ver^r true to life and the scenes are very natural. Burger
has declined to create cheap ef:^ects in order to get applause from the
putlic. As regards the play only good can te said of it. Miss Von Trcutinann,
taking the part of Marie Delmont, won che sympathy and admiration of the
putlic •

In the role of Miss Potter. Miss Scherzel distinguished herself without
«iouJ)i as a very valuable artist and the public will have nia^ny opportunities

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to admire her rich talent. Mr. Richard played Paul Gersdorff with the
ability that belongs to the man of the world. His actin^^ has "been gen-
erally recognized as masterful. New laurels were given to LIr. Meyer v/ho
played the part of old man Potter. He acted the old man with great fervor
Miss Kaselovski won applause as Mrs. Potter and Messrs. Waldorf and Sngel
played their parts very satisfactorily. Ensenlirle, wardrobes and decora-
tions were much better than in previous performances at the C-erma.n Theatre

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Chicagoer Artelter Zeitxmg, Sept. 14, 1880.
"GERMiN TEEATEE"

The German theatre season has begun at McVickers theatre. The first
night play was Von Putlit-^'s "Rolf Berndt." The inanagers Collmar and
Isenstein could not have made a tetter choice; it was a very advantageous
introduction for the artists. Rolf Eernt represents the son of a "bankrupt
merchant who returns to his home after an ahsence of twelve years, having
paid his father's deht to save his honor. The sad experience of his youth
has made our hero mortid and dissatisfied, and even the love of a young and
beautiful widow of nobility cannot awaken the goodness of his wonderful
character. Only by a number of complications and, at times, very daring
situations the sad veil is lifted, and so, at the end of the play we recog-
nized at last a very loyal and honest character. Aroimd him is a group of
men who, for the most part, are taken from the better classes of a small
town in Germany, and so perhaps for that reason are not so well \inder stood
here. Rolf Berndt was found a very skilled performer and Mr. Richard, whose
acting is the result of long study, left little to be desired. Re managed

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the difficult part with great proficiency and won great applause. Mr. Richard
seemed to feel the strain of the strenuous part alloted to him, hut finally
overcame this and won the admiration and applause of the public. The hig con-
trast in the character may have stood in the way so that he could not develope
his talent. Miss Trautman was the sweetheart of Rolf. Her impressive pre-
sentation in the second act, though past her juvenile sentiments, won the gen-
eral applause of the public. The way she played her part in the hide and seek
scene with CoTint Eherhard gave ample proof of her great ability as an actress.
She has an imposing appearance, a clear modulated voice and dramatic perfection.

Miss Hanno acted the timid mother of Roy Bernt with great talent. Miss Fiebiach,
as Marianne, was in her element as a young girl in love, expressing joy and
misery alike understrained, not having yet learned to control her emotions, she
had the advantage of being known to the public, so met with much applause at
her first appearance. The play had been T7ell rehearsed. Taking it all round,
it was well played and so it goes a long way for good plays to be given in the
near future at the "German Theatre."

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CHICAGQgR IBBBITBR ZBITUHQ. September 13th, 1880. y^p^ (ILL.) PRCJ 30275

Seatsches Theater ( The German Theatre)

It was quite refreshing to see a large audience gathered last nig^t* at Me
7icker*e Theatre for the opening performance of this season t on which occasion the
Collaer-Isenstein nanagement presented the Putlits play *Bolf Bemdt**

Bolf Bemdtt the son of ail merchant » returned home^ after an absence of twelre
years, only to find his father's business insolvent. To save his father* s honor,
he met the merchant's ohllgations. Such an unpleasant experience in his young
life, made almost a recluse of him, without faith in anybody, and even his love
for a young aristocratic widow could not penetrate into the depths of his soul, to
bring forth the beautiful character, hidden there. ?inally, tthrotigh some daring
situations the cloud of his gloomy life has been lifted, and he once more became
a happy man* But around this treasury of a character, formed a group of persons,
who have been taken from the so->called hi^er class of a small German town and
therefore, not quite understood. Ifr. Bichard's acting in the part of Bolf Bemdt
showed us, that he is a seasoned actor with great experience, but who lacked
wax:mth«

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It was a character difficult to Inpereonate, for lAiich the audience ehoired him
much appreciationt Mies Trautnaxuit acting the part of the woman, with whom Rolf
fell in lore, and hereelf deeply in lore, was a splendid partner to Mr. Richard.
She has personality, a clear roice and is perfect in dramatic art« Ifrs. Hanno
acted Rolf^s mother very satisfactorily.

Miss ?iehach in the part of Uarianne, a young lovesiclc ^irl who has not learned
to control herself, was in her element* She has the adrantage of heing known to
the audiences through her previous engagement here, and was warmly received, nhen
she made her appearance on the stage*

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Die Packel Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitung, Aug* 8, 18G0,

SU:.i.:2H TIIEATEZ Ii: LULIZH^S GAEDEi:

The Society of Llr* Pelissier's will play for the first time this afternoon and
evening in Chicago in !.:oser*s attractive comedy, ''Kandel's Curtain Lecturers.**
The play v;ill be enjoyed t-ie nore as it is v;ritten in the easy-foin/^ language
and, beir^ full of very comic situations, v;ill satisfy the t':iste of the public.
Furthermore, the Kotzebue farce, *'The Distracted,'' a::d the songplay of Jacobson^s,
^Lly Aunt, Your Aunt,'* v/ill be enacted. V.t. Pellissier proves by the selection
of his plays that he has a full unlerstandinj: of the wii: es of his public, and
those who onjoy a hoa:ty lau.'-jh //ill also tod-y rev;ard liim by visitin.- his x>erform-
ar.ces«

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Chica 0 Arbeiter Zeitung, July 17, 18E0.
SU1.12FC TI^ZATEE Z: I.:iILSR»S GATOSIT

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Under the direction of Lr* "7illiam Pelissier in the Suriner Theatre in r.'iller's
Garden, corner I^'orth Avenue and Clark Street, there v/ill be pi*esented, tov/morrow
afternoon and evening-', three very attractive plays. They are: ^The fanily
Discord** and ^The Jealous .Vife,'' comedies by Ilotzebue, and the one act Singing
farce, ^The Saxon Villafo ^^cLcoL-naster,** by Jacoboon^

The Su^iLTie: '-Theatre has earned the Gerrjan Public's appreciation, and I'r, Pelissier
nay well depend on a lar,::e attendance at tonorrov/'s performances*

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GEiaiAN

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GERI.1AN DRAMA. ^''^■' -' ' ■

Schillers great tragedy, ••The Bride of Messina" was produced by M, Hoechsters
German Dramatic Company at McVicker's last evening. This is one of Schillers
greatest works. It is written in exquisit language in both blank and rhymed
verse. But, like most of Schiller* s, it is very difficult of production,
as it is more of a reading than an actin:!; play. This one differs from his others,
inasmuch as it introduces speaking choruses Just as singing choruses are introduced
in opera, which makes its performance rather a novelty to most th-^atre-goers. To
make a performance any kind of success it must be given by a capable company, for
in the hands of an inferior one it would be sure to be butchered. There are six
leading characters in the play, of each of whom great requirements are made; and,
as sufficient first class material is not often found in a German company in this
country, the play is very rarely given. As far as can be learned this tragedy has
been performed here but once, and that was when Mile. Janascheck first made her
appearance here. Owing to the engagement of Miss Trschick, the renowned German
tragedienne, M Hoechster was enabled to bring it out this time especially as in
Messrs. Rodenberg, Ravene, Helmer and Klotz he had the actors fitted to take the

mal6 parts*

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Chicago Tribune, April 19, 1880 •

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Messrs Rodenberg and Ravene were particularly well suited for the difficult
parts of the two Immical brothers. The character of Donna Isabella, Mother
of the two brothers, is especially well adopted to the peculiar abi'^'t^es of Miss
Irschick, as it affords great chances for powerful and emotional acting.

The performance surpassed the most sanguine expectations. It was really one of
the very best given Since Miss Irschick' s engagement while it was not altogether
faultless, yet the few short-comings could be easily overlooked. Miss Irschick,
at the unfortunate Mother, was unusually effective, and the applause she
received s'^owed how well she was appreciated. The parts of the two brothers.
Con Caos .r and Don Manuel, could hardly have been in better hands then those
of Messrs. Rodenberg and Ravene. The former particularly showec^ such unusual
power that he fairly shared the honors of t^e evening with the great tragedienne.

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Chieagoer Arbeiter Zeitung. Jan. 2, 1880.

GERMAIJ IHEATRS

Last night, the German people were entertained by Mr. Hochster in ^r
the North side Turnhalle with the comedy ^'Bummelfritz" same being I

played two vjeeks at Lie Vicker's Theatre with great success. The
Northside Turnhalle was filled to the last seat and great applause
was gilren. After the shov/ the people danced in the Ne\v Year, and •

all had a very pleasant and joyful new year*s eve.

On Sxinday theatriccd director Hochster played the tragedy "Magda**,
by Madame Irschick of the Munchener Hof theatre, in one of her star
roles as Johanna in Schiller's '*Jungfrau von Orleans.** Tickets
at the box office are in great demand, and it is advisable to buy
your tickets at once. Fraulien Irschick arrived last night and
registered at the Palmer House, where she expects to have her
rehearsal.

It is a very welcome program and we are sure all will enjoy it very much

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Chlca^K)er Artelter Zeltung, October 13th, 1S79«

German Theatre*

Last night's performance at Mc Vlckers* , "Kervus Verum** was not as well attended as
this comedy deserved. The performers were at their "best, which added to the success
of the evening, "Nervus Verum" is gin entertaining comedy, a mirror of modern society,
intermingles with serious thoughts.

A young and rich lawyer, Dr. Schwarzan, whose client, the widow Goldheck, is money
mad, is also the friend of hanker Xhrenthal, of Jewish ancestry. As the lawyer of
Mrs. Goldheck,(who is a worshipper not of her money only, hut also of a -poodle) Mr,
Schwarzan, in hehalf of his client, has a case against Colonel Llndenheim, whose only
thought is :Ms hull-dog, Sulta, and his daughter, Reglna. The lawyer won the case
against the Colonel, thereby incurring the hatred of both, father and daughter, and in
spite of such adverse conditions, he fell deeply in love with the young lady. To
him came Assessor Eruger, who has fallen in love with a niece of Mrs. Goldbeck, but
beixxg poor, had no chaace at adl, for the aunt would not consent to such a marriage*
At the same time banker Shrenthal'e son-inlaw, calls on him, to confide to him, that

his beloved wife, bothers him with the suspicion he has married her only for her money,

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There also appears a Dr* Mann and his wife, as contrasting characters to the others,
and partly, to entangle the plot still further. The author attempts next to "bring
Schwarzan and Regina together and to reconcile Kuno von Burger, the son-inlaw of
Ehrenthal, with his wife. During all of this, the most piquant entanglements are
encountered.

Mr. Ravene, 1*10 played the part of Dr. Schwarzan, was at his "best; the same can he
said of Mr. Meyer, who took the part of the Jewish "banker. Miss Kuhn was very
pleasinfe as the loving wife, and just as much can be said for Miss Ifassermann as
Regina, who was simply charming*

The rebt of the case was good, exce^ot for Miss Rheinhardt and Mr. Luhr, who could
not get into the spirit of their parts.

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Chlcagoer ^beiter Zeituag, Oct. 6, 1679.

DEUT3CIIE3 THEATER (GERMAN THEATRE)

Last night's performance at l^cVickers Theatre was something new, in
more than one respect. It was the first dramatic performance of this
season, which we can say was educational.

As the title implies, "Pikante Enthullungen"* (Spicy Discoveries)
deals with the subjects of refined, but secret, family affairs;
"the skeleton in the closet," as the Englishmen would say. The
central interest of the whole drama is a "Revolver-Journalist"
who busied himself to uncover spicy news, but who at last is
discovered to be the contriver of all such troubles. — A young,
unpopular baron seduced a girl of his rank; then became a forgey,
in order to get the necessary funds to conceal the affair.
Consequently, he was sent to prison, and then developed into a "Revolver-
Journalist"; and it is at this point of his life thai the playwright
presents him to the public. He proves to be one of the most cruel
designers. He had the audacity to force himself into the secrets of a
family whose members were no other than his former victim, his own child

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The German Theatre.

After witnessing the first three performances of the season, we came to
the conclusion, that Mr. Eochster's wish is, to have society get used to
flighty engagements and mass-marriages. Although, we live in aji era of steam
and electricity, those patentquick love stories, are somewhat too progressive,
and Ere not a good example for our youth.

It is very true, that this 'dnd of entertainment satisfies, "but society
should not allow itself, to cultivate a taste for such frivol ousness^ It seems
that society wishes to live entirely on affection, if the statement made hy
the director, •• that society prefers plays of that nature", is true.- There was
a large audience present. As for the comDany itself, the old members are
good but many new members are not as good as old ones. We will refrain from a
synopsis of the play, as more room would be required which is not worth while.
The title of last night's performance was "Mercury.** Mr. Heinemaim played
the part of a professor of chemistry, whose temperament through "orofound

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study of quick silver, became almost v^hat the name inrolies. He played the
part well, except for some exaggeration. Mrs. Scholz-Rademacher, played the
part of the professor's wife, a walking rental library. She acted excellently,
but as for looks, she did not fit the part. Miss Wassmann as "Evchen" the coa-
ple's daughter was exquisite. Mr. Radenbach tried his best to impersonate
the spoiled and repulsive child of his mother "Josef". Mr. Meier as "Dr.
-Knops" was excellent and proved again, what a capable character impersonator
he is. Mr. Ravene who played the r>art of "Bruno Joller" , a conglomoration of
a madcap and philospher was very good. Mr. Leuschner and Mrs. Meyer did well,
as the servants in love with each othf^r. Miss Thyssen was not equal to the
part of the lovelorn equestrlene, and Miss Reinhardt, although an exquisite
actress, has not learned the art of make-up. The ensemble was good, although
at times extremely mechanical. Splendid scenery satisfied the eyes of the
audience.

There is only one German Theatre in the city now, therefore, we hoiDe, that
Mr. Hochster will make a real "eTt Institute" of it, and not miss this
opportunity.

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Chicagoer .iTbeiter Zeitung, Sept, 15, 1879,

THE GSRMittJ IHEATKE

Last night's performance of "Sodom and Gomorrha," at McVickers Theatre,
was one of the most delightful plays,. Ihe farce was excellent, not in
the least offending — as is so often one case with modern farces.
Mr. Luhr has proven again that he is not a fit person for light
conversational plays; on the other hand, Miss Reinjiardt, through her
performance, acquired new friends. Miss Thyssen, the debutante of
last night's performance, made a very good impression. Miss Wassmann
was charming as usual. Lr. Ravene and lur. Rodenberg deserve to be
mentioned as having added to the fun. Mrs. L'eier acted her part well,
but the laurels for the evening go to i«ir. i-eier for the masterly
character presentation; not omitting mention of Miss Gilbert and Mr.
Heinemann, who completed the cast.

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Illinois StaatS"ZeituDg> Sept. 8, 1879.

GEMaK THEATER
First Perfoimance of the Season

The first German performance of the season was given at McVicker's theater
yesterday evening. A crowded house greeted ^nil/ Hoechster's company, and
gave ample proof of the public's confidence in the German stock company.
Judging from the first performance, Hoechster has organized a highly capable
troupe.

Then there is Miss Reinhard, whose naturalness, youthful appearance, and stage
experience greatly impressed the audience.

Miss Hein also seems very promising; she reminds one of Miss Lindemann, who

Above all, we must mention Miss Wassmann, whose performances of last v/inter ti
are well remembered. She appeared in ^Die Schoene Galathee^ and 'Tatinitza" ly
several weeks ago, and so needs no introduction. ^-^

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became so popular here. At yesterday's performance, she was not entirely at
ease, but that proved to be no handicap. Concerning LIrs. von Bayer, we can-
not draw any conclusions at this time. Mrs. Scholz-Rademacher is undoubtedly
an experienced actress, but she will encounter considerable difficulty here,
since the public is accustomed to Mrs. Horn, who was a great favorite — and
comparisons will, therefore, frequently be made. About Mrs. Polff we must
also defer an opinion.

Among the gentlemen, we have Messrs. Ravene, Hodenberg, and Meyer, all well
known. Mr. Luehr, the new leading man, seems to be very capable, and will
appeal still more if he eliminates certain affectations in his speech. Mr.
Klotz likewise is an experienced actor. By preference, he plays the parts of
older gentlemen. Mr. Heinemann, the company's comedian, is an actor with a
considerable knowledge of stage routine.

V/e cannot say more of the company's members at this time. One must attribute
this lack of comment on our part to the play which was given yesterday. The

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performance enabled us to see the entire company, v/hich was an advantage, but
it also had this drawback — the actors could show off to full advantage because
of the relatively small parts.

Opening performances usually show deficiencies, and this production proved no -g-

exception. Aside frcm the greatly delayed start (and an oversight involving ^

season ticket holders) , the chief fault was in the choice of the play. Prob- ^

ably Mr. Hoechster could not find anything else in which to present a large r-

company; also, the size of the theater was not taken into account by the ac- ^
tors, and so portions of the dialogue were inaudible. Plowever, one would have ' >

been quite satisfied to have seen but a part of the cast, if the play itself ^~
had been better.

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The plot of the play is based on the attitudes of modern men — on their egotism
in particular, and also their aversion to matrimony. The idea on which the
play is based is good enough, but the play itself leaves much to be desired,
since it shows a number of situations which are not approved by the better

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class of people; besides, the outcor.e of the plot is obvious from the begin-
ning. But the dialogue, as in all of Rosen's plays, is brif-ht and pleasing
and, in a fev/ instances, even witty. This, then, is about all the praise
that can be given.

The perfomiance, however, left nothing to be desired; the stage manageraent
did its share in presenting the play to the best advantage.

Miss Reinhardt played the leading part, that of Karolina von ;Valdau, the
young v/idow. Ker elegant demeanor, expression, and other favorable attri-
butes proved highly ingi^tiating.

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Mr. Luehr, the leading man, is an experienced actor, as we have mentioned. I};
He has an affected v;ay of speaking, but v/as well liked, and appears very pron-
ising. Mr. Ravene, as the young poet, Lenz, was excellent in every respect

If a better play had been selected, we could have exclaimed, "This was the

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best performance we ever sawl** But, nevertheless, we have the conviction
that the German theatrical season will be very successful.

The music between the acts was highly pleasing.

Before the first curtain, Emil Hoechster recited a_prologue, a lengthy poem
by J. A. Seebaum, which won prolonged applause. /Prologue omitted in trans-
lation^

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Chicagoer Ar-belter Zeltung. Seiptember 8th. Igjg. ^'^^ C^U^RQiJOZ/if

The German Theatre,

Before a large audience, which gathered at the Mc Vicker's Theatre to witness
the first performance of the season, Mr. Emil Hochster, according to tradition,
addressed the audience with a prologue in verse and promised to offer the "best
in art and artists. But, if the last night's performance should he an example
of the new product of German art, then we "beg the director to resort to plays
which are not so moderrn.

The"Men of Today", a comedy hy Julius Rosen, revealed very little of his
genius, which is so prominent in some of his other works*

Therefore, it would he somewhat unjust to submit the artists to criticism.
Of the new memhers of the company, who participated at last night's performance,
we wish to mention Miss Reinhard and Mrs* Schoiz-Rademacher, who, in our opinion.

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will soon "become the favorites of the audiences. ''" "'C'l

Mr. Luhr, the new lover, has not "been very impressive; he seemed awkward,
his voice affected. Miss Heim and Miss Bayer, two "beginners, have yet to learn
much before they realize that they have missed their vocation. We dare say,
that Mrs. Rolff may prove to he a capable member. Praise goes to Mr. Heinemann,
who is well known to us, as a character impersonator, who changed expertly from
the comic into the pathetic. Worthy mention goes also to Mr. Meier. Miss
Wassmann was lovely to look at, and Messrs. Ravene and Rodenberg are old favoritea
Mr. Klotz, a new artist, is very promising. The stage management was excellent.
It would be well for the management, to take interest in the ladies costumes
for mod«m conversation-plays require more preciseness in that respect, than
what the German stage managers are accustomed to, to make a well rounded
performance.

Hext Sunday"Sodom and Gomorrha" a moral sketch by Schonthal, will be given*

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Chicagoer Arteiter Zeitun^^, Ivlay 10, 1879.

/CONCORDIA TE2ATi:P.,iv^^LL:^.R'S HA.LLE,CCR1TEH NORTH AVE,A^TD SZDGT/ICK ST^J"

Concordia Theater, Muller' ? Plalle, corner North Avenue and Sedgvdck St.

Today, S-.turday, May 11th, 1379; benefit farewell for Pa"a]. Lohel. ;

Children's Theater performance (last time) "Schneewittchen iind die Sieten ?,
Zwerge" (Cinderella and the Seven Dwarfs,) a fair^^ tale with song and dance
in 5 acts, dram^.tized by Paul Lobel.

After the performance; Ball for children which begins at 8 o'clock.

Sunday, May 11th, 1879, last appearance of manager Paul Lobel in "Unter dem
Gaslicht" (Peneath The Gaslight) depicting American life in 5 acts by Augustin
Daly. After the performance, dancing.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Apr« 30, 187y.

L0UI3S THELaii^T^

F. Loebel

As a benefit performance is being given today CVednesday) for Mrs. Louise
Thielemann by /iSinilJZ Hoechster's Con.pany at the Noirbh Side Turner Hall, a
brief biography may be of general interest.

Its-

Mr. Louise Thielemann was bom in 1817, in Vienna* Her father, C. £hlers, ^
professor of the German language, v;as stage director of the Royal City Thea-
ter in Berlin. Louise Thielemann, made her first public appearance when
eleven years of age* After leaving Berlin she was engaged as leading lady
in Stuttgart, Kassel, Munich, Bremen, and Hamburg, where she continued her
studies under such eminent artists as Seidelmann, Chalotte Birchpfeiffer,
Stubenrauch, and Wilhelm Kunst. In 1835 while in Kassel she married Christian
Thielemann, a former lieutenant in the army, who naa resigned during the revo-
lution in 1831. V/ithin less than a year after their marriage they

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IV left for America, intending to settle in some colony, but an un- ^

fortunate experience interfered with their plans^ Their agent ^

absconded with a considerable ainoint of money; hov/ever, Thielemann had a f^
small reserve, but not enough to realize their ambitions* C

Christian Thielemann came from a good family in Kassel. Eis brother chief 2
hostler of the Elector of Hessen, was a very well-knovm man* co

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Upon arrival in America, the Thielemann family formed a Tyrolean company, and ^
made money* They traveled, had luck, and met the most prominent members of
society in Vv^ashington, including President Jackson^s family* Later, Louise
Thielemann became associated v/ith Italian opera, and for a long time was the
prima donna of 3ignor Montresor's company in New Orleans; still later she
appeared in English opera under Callwell, in Mobile, New Orleans, Cincinnati,
and other cities# She remained in this field for several years and v/as very
successful, particularly in such parts as '^Princess Johanna of Paris*** For a
long period she appeared with the famous dancer Celest, and recalls how she

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IV saved Celestas life during a performance, regardless of the risk

involved •

Then Mrs. Thielemann accepted an engagement on the Gterman stage in St. Louis,
where she remained for two years. Her appearances v;ere highly successful.
At the conclusion of the St. Louis engagement Christian Thielemann, pioneer 2
among German- /jner lean theater manacers, organized a company in Cincinnati, where co
he appeared for the first time as an actor, taking the r^^vt of •♦Borodin" in i::^
the "Ancestors". Then followed perf'jr.mances in Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and ^
other cities, and finally at the German House in Chicago, in 1858, where the
comrany remained. Here one rem.embers names of such stars as Johanna Claussen,
iSmii Hoechster, 3. Haerting, D. Bandmann, V/est- hall -Lund, Eecker-Grahn, and
others, who appeared as guests on Thielem*ann*s stage.

In 1861, at the time of the Civil V^ar, Thielemann shouldered arms and formed
a com.pany of soldiers knovm as Thielemann* s Dragoons, who soon established a
reputation for bravery. After the battle at Shiloh he organized the Sixteenth

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rv Illinois Cavalrj^ regiment at the behest of General 3hernian#

Thielemann was wounded seriously near /^tlanta, returned to Chicago
and helped direct his v;ife*s theatrical enterprise at the German House, and,
in conjunction v;ith Bonnet, their efforts were exceedingly successful.

During the Chicago fire the Thielemann family lost everything, but, undis-
mayed, they started anev;. V/ith the help of friends they built the National ^
Theater on Clybourn .ivenue, v-hich proved unprofitable. On August 23, 1875,
Christian Thielemann died, and his wife had to fjive up the theater because
of the prevailing hard times.

Hov7 easy it would have been to enrich herself at the ejooense of creditors,
but she preferred to satisfy everyone. She relinquished all claim.s against
the property /real estate/ in order to pay the mortgage on the building /sio/^
and returned to private life a poor womc3.n. Her son, Hilo, worked to support
his aged mother until prolonged illiness incapacitated him. The tears shed
by Louise Thielemann during the years, as she sat by the sick bed of her

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IV son, surrounded by poverty and forsaken, have probably been a con-
tributing cause of her alriost total blindness.

All v;ho knew her remember also her liberality toward colleagues, her benevo- C

lence whenever the poor appealed for help, her philanthropic efforts in :tj

general* Smil Hoechster therefore deserves great credit for his kindness in o

arranging a benefit performance for today, in order to provide some respite :o

from poverty and give a little pleasure during the declining years of the !^

nearly blind old lady* -^

Her son, Milo, is recovering slov/ly; perhaps he may find employment eventually,
and so obtain the means to provide the bare necessities of life for his mother*

Every German should consider it a duty — if circumstances permit — to attend the
performance given by Emil Koeouster, and thus contribute a small share, so that
the old lady may at last exclaim: '♦Thank Gk)d, thou didst not forsake me!"

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■^Der Letzte TBrief" (The Last i-etter) is a T:^l6asant and amusinr^ conedjy iviiich
at times takes on the aspect of a farce, due to the lively sequences in '^^

several scenes, ./e cannot imarine a better presentation than the one si'^^n
yesterday at Ilooley's Theater.

The partici^'ants almost vrithout eicceotion, v;ere admirably ?/el] chosen for the "^-^
various roles, and the cast reflected the excellence of the trainin^^^ received ^^
from their director, as v/ell as their ov/n zeal in .^:tudyin{3 and rehearsing the
play; all of these characteristics are essentials v/ithout which this presen-
tation would never have been successful.

''Der Letzte Briefs* -vas produced by the 'burster Con-^any less than a year ar:o
and the i?lot need therefore not be f-aven in detail. The action is relatively
brief, beinr restricted to a limited amount of dialo^me and number of scenes,
and, as a result, it is fascinating. Tl-ie lanc?:ua"e is fluent and appealin^:,

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as may be expected of Ileinrich LauV)e Miss Kuhn, as Susanne, pleased us

iimnensely; she has never been better. Her characterization v/as highly skill-
ful....her diction and deportment indicated the v/oraan of the v/orld, as well
as an amiable character.

Ilr. Ravens was a brilliant foil for i.^iss Kuhn. liis portrayal showed rare
ability, which only a thoroup:h master^-^ and complete understandinp^ of the part
would make possible. It v/as no easy task to commit to memory the heav^/ role
assijc;:ned to him. The remainder of the cast also deserve congratulations.....

It was an excellent performance, smooth in ever:^ respect, and the hearty
lauj'^hter it evoked from the audience, combined .vith the public acclaim, are
proof that the large crov;d enjoyed itself thorouc^hly. r'iss Iluhn and ' r.
Ravene, aside from the author, were accorded the lion's share of the applause,
and justifiably so.

Future announcements : . . . .

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Concordia Theater

''Die Nachtfalter von Chicaeo'^ (The I.ic-ht Oivls Of Chicago), i^rritten by the
genial ^YdcarroJ author and successful r-ma^er, Paul Loebel, v;as presented
yesterday. To speak of the nerit of the "olay would be somexvhat unfair, when ^
one considers the admirable nerformance: the author himself does not deny his ^
comic vein as revealed in the role of G-reynemeyer. Ivlr. and Lirs. Tietz sanf^'
beautifully. Hiss Jantzen, as John, was chaining, skillfully depicting the
various moods /required by her part/. I.'rs. Meyer, as Tirie, 3-reynemeyer ' .^
wife, showed a true understanding; of her role. The other members did their
best in their unimportant parts.

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The theater v/as v;ell filled, the title of the play undoubtedly doin?7 its '-^^
share to attract the "oeoDle who expected a number of allusions to local
matters, and the audience was not disappointed in its expectations.

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Volkstheater (The People ^s Theater)

V/ahl's comedy, ^^Llan Soil den Teufel Nicht an die //and Llalen^' (One Should Kot
Paint the Devil on the .^all) , Ooerlitz^s farce, "Eine Vollkonunene Frau" (A
Perfect V/ife), and the short operetta ".-^us Liebe Zur Kunst" (For The Love Of
Art) vjere given at the Torwaerts Turnhalle (Forv/ard Gyiiinasiuia) yesterday. A
fairly large crowd attended. Mss ilelson received enthusiastic applause for
her singinp^ durin^r the intermissions.

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Per West en (Sunday Edition of Illinois Staats-Zeitung) ,

Mar. 30, 1879.

RECOGNITION
German Actors Present Laurel V/reath to an

English Colleague

Vflien the yellov/ fever ravaged the South last September, the malady claimed ^
Mrs* Methua-Scheller, who liv-d in Vicksburg, Tennessee at the tim^ and tv/o ^
days later her husband and sirte en-year-old son also succumbed^ All who knew p
Mrs. Methua-Scheller, as an artist or personally, were greatly grieved. Among
the sorrowing friends was Milton Nobles, who is appearing at Hamlin's theater.
In Vicksburg he found the forgotten grave of the artist. As a token of affec-
tion and appreciation, he provided a monument, and last evening his kindness
was rewarded* At the end of the second act, during the performance of the play
'^Phoenix,'* Messrs. V/. Meyer, Hans Ravene, and Julius Rodenberg presented Noblos
with a laurel v;reath on a blue silk pillow. A v/hite silk ribbon bore the legend:
**A token in recognition of Milton Nobles, by the German actors of Chicago". A
gold ring, engraved with Nobles* name, v;as included in the girt. Mr. Meyer,
in a short speech, explained the motives for the present, whereupon Nobles,

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Mar. 30, 1879*

deeply moved and scarcely able to suppress his tears, replied that what he
had done he considered merely a sacred obligation to the artist who advised
and guided him v/hen he v.as but a neophyte in art» He never thought of recog-
nition, nor did he seek it. He thanked his colleagues who are serving the -^
same Muse, though in another language. ^

Such an emotional scene probably never v/as presented at Hamlin's theater* The
public listened breathlessly, and appeared deeply affected.

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GERMAN

Illinois Staats->Zeitung, Mar. 17, 1879.

THE GERUAN THEATER
^oechster*s7

One might have expected tbat the benefit concert of the Gezman Society would
have held down the attendance at Hoechster^s theater, but it is gratifying
to report that just the opposite was true; more people than ever were
present. The performance was a deserved success, in so far as Mr. Hoechster
is concerned, and, although some of the play's popularity must be attributed
to its frequent presentation in other cities, the lion's share of the credit
belongs to Mr. Hoechster, whose past productions have won the public's
confidence.

Yesterday's performance increased the audience's regard for the troupe's
ability. The rendition was very good, and the play was of an appealing
nature. Although the plot was far from fascinating, the dialogues were quite
humorous, contributing much to the general excellence of the offeringt

The title role, "Dr. Glaus,** is by no means the principal one; that of
Griesinger, the Jeweler, has that distinction. Mr. Schmitz, who was entrusted

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?d.th the latter role, was temperamentally ux^itted for the part, and vas
unable to convey an Impression of depth of character. As an actor however,
he proved pleasing as well as adequate, yet he could have made much more of
his assignment. He showed particular restraint, and comported himself well,
considering his tendency toward gruffness.....

The title role was played by Mr. Meyer, itho gave a highly effective portrayal
of the outspoken, exceedingly busy, conscientious man.

Mrs. Horn, as the housekeeper ''Marianne," was given tremendous acclaim. The ^
part of the grey-haired and irreproachable spinster vas played by Mrs. Horn ^
in a most satisfying manner; her appearance and speech were excellent. Mrs.
Kuhn, as the young baroness, and Mrs. Claussen, as "Emma," were very good;
both had rather difficult parts. Mr. Ravene, as the baron, was definitely
in his element. Mr. Puis played the coachman who had acquired a smattering
of medical terms from his master* s books; he, too, was very good. Mr. Leuschner,
in depicting the sick farmer, might have been somewhat better. Mr. Engel
played the part of "Behrmann" very well.

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minols Staats-Zeltxmg, Mar. 17, 1879.

Mrs. Yellguth, guest artist from Mll^'aukee, won favor by her appealing
personality and ingratiating stage presence.

The costuming and equipment in general were very good. Mrs. Yellguth and

Miss Kuhn, in particular » were excellently costumed. ^

The audience enjoyed the offering tremendously; irrepressible laughter p
broke forth on numerous occasions, and great applause was accorded the pro- ^^
duction. After the first act, Mrs. Horn was given an ovation. S

(Vorwaerts Turnhalle)

At the Turnhalle, Carl Wintler's play, •'That's Right, *♦ was presented—the
first work of a German-American jo\imalist from Rock Island. Unfortunately,
the house was only moderately filled. The six-act play might easily be a
sensation on the American stage, if a better cast were employed.

Mrs. Baureis, as **Clara Holmes,'' deserves especial mention. The part provides

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an opportiinity to display her highly developed dramatic talent; in the sixth
act she aroused the auaience to intense enthusiasm.

The i)erformances of the other players were of a very mediocre order**.* •There

is no doubt that the play could easily be improved by eliminating some of ^

the parts and replacing them with local characters , if the management cares ^

to expend a little effort. Yesterday^s performance showed little inclination ^

in that direction* C

(Concordia Theater) £

Mrs. Frieda Tietz, the beneficiary, may well be pleased with the results of ^
yesterday^s offering, and the grateful audience. will surely remember and "^
appreciate the efforts of Paul Loebel, the stage director,* ***in presenting
'•Lorle'**

Suffice it to say here that Mrs. Tietz, Mrs. Ravene, and Miss Mueller, and
Mssrs* Ed* Tietz, Bobene, Loebel, Paul, and Weidemann presented the Birch-
pfeiffer play in a faultless manner, and were fully entitled to the audience^s
acclaim*

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Illinois >^tants-Zeitunr, ''or. 10, 1879

/Hoechster^s Stock Conpany/

*^. Ilenle's prize cori.edy, "Durch Die Intendanz/' friven by Tloechster's otock
Company at Hooley's Theater, proved a conplete success, particularly gratifying ^g
because it was achieved by very sLTiple means. The play itself is not fascinating, g
and does not set the nerves atin^/le; one knows at the very beginning that the -rri
lovers v/ill be united; and the complications of the plot are commonplace, so p

that simple expedients will solve the difficulties. Put therein, to a certain
extent, lies the value of the author^s creation. The public is not expected to
consider an array of improbabilities; the effects are based on nntural sequences
and, one might say, on situations familiar to the audience. But the problems
were presented in a charming and spirited manner, enabling the listener to enjoy
the offerings of the momant vdthout overtaxin/^ the im.agination.

The play excels in Cxhoica language and animated ^ialorues. /a discussion of the

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plot is omitted in translation./

Af^ain, an excellent performance vjas presented, riss '''assmann undoubtedly
was the outstandin.^ personality. Ker characterization of the a-iorous, vivacious
schoolgirl, longing for deliverance from school attendance,* was given in a most
charming manner

!.:iss Kuhn, as the older sister, v;as good, as usual, but it seemed to us that ^
she might have appeared more youthful and shown more restraint..... F

Mrs. Horn, as the wife of the councillor, rave an excellent portrayal, and her •
costuming likewise showed excellent taste.

The most difficult role in the play fell to rr. P.avene. It is not a simple ^^''

matter to depict a jubilant, enthusiastic Doet and, in rapid seouence simulate
despondency to the point of self-effacement. "Nevertheless, Yv. Havene was un-
dismayed, giving a splendid performance.

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!'r, Rodenberf^, as cavalry captain, was better than ever, showing considerable
skill and a bearing becoming an army officer, llv. I^eyer, as councillor, v/as
highly satisfying, as always, and !^r. Schmitz, playing the reporter (a small
part) did very v;ell.

The stage director did his full share in supervising the production and in
providing suitable appointments, so that everythi^^g combined to justify the
hearty acclaim given to the play and players. I'r. Hoechster can register a
new artistic triumph, as well as a financial one, since every available seat
v;as sold.

TText Sunday, !'r. Hoechster intends to present ''Dr. Klaus,'* on excellent comedy. .. .[^-^^

Concordia Theater

At the Concordia Theater, a benefit performance was given for the manager,

L. VI. H. Neebe. Nearly every seat was sold. The play was vn?itten by Paul Loebel,

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talented director of the group.

The title, ''Jasper Scrimpe, the riser of Shoreditch, *♦ gave indication of a
highly seasoned, thrilling drama, and the expectations were justified in every
respect. A murderer, driven by remorse and by disdain for humanity in general, ^
become.^ a recluse and a merciless extortioner. He, and the three supposedly §
dead children of the victim, constitute the principal characters. As to the .^i^
youngsters, let us add that one boy and a girl are being raised by a 03rpsy, p
Sampson Brayllng; and Fate decrees that the male survivor should develop into
a scoundrel, while the young lady, in maturing, acnuires the traits of a
sentimental, virtuous tribal maiden, and falls in love with the other brother.

None of the three is aware of his relationship to the other two. The crook,
Oliver Dalton, becomes the rival of his good brother ^vlyn, in the pursuit of
Constance, concerning whom they have a serious altercation at the beginning of
the play.

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a foundling, who has been cared for by a prosperous farmer. • f:'^

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Later Oliver attempts to kill the old miser, in order to obtain his v/ealth —
he leaves the apparently lifeless victiin, and accuses ^vlyn of the deed.
The miser, however, was not dead, but had sufficient vitality to appear in
the next act — tr be robbed and almost murdered apain by Dal ton; but, prior
to that time, the Gypsy chief had compelled the miserly misanthrope to admit
his former crime,

Throuc-h the intercession of the Gypsy, "^vlyn is enabled to escape from the ^

minions of the law, who pursue him on the strength of Dalton's charge; but, F^

in the end, the fugitive is apprehended and brought before a jud^e, in whose <»-

presence everything is revealed, "^vlyn's doom is sealed, but the G:^rpsy appears H^
and points to Dalton as the guilty one. To verify the chaise, he brings in the <i
miser. The latter confesses, and '^lyn finds that his rival is his oto brother, :::
Oliver Dalton, who, driven to insane fury, shoots the Gypsy. As so often
happens, when not aiming properly in the haste of the moment, the bullet does
not reach its mark, and strikes instead the Gypsy maiden, !'abel, as she enters
the courtroom to testify against Dalton. The mortally wounded girl dies in the

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arms of her brother Evlyn, while blessing his union with Constance. And the
miser? He was called to the Great Beyond just a few minutes before — the
victim of a broken heart*

Although the plot is complicated, and the action improbable, the play is very
effective, giving definite evidence of the author^s great stage experience.
There are impressive finales to the various acts, and several fascinating
scenes. The tragic tone of the play is relieved ocassionally by humorous
episodes. ...

Charles Goepfarth of Baltimore wrote the music for several scenes, enhancing
thereby the play's effectiveness. ...The present:ition in the main was very
satisfactory.

Paul Loebel, the author, played the part of the miser, giving a restrained
performance. His declamation was surprisingly good. Mr. Tietz played the
Gypsy chief in a very sympathetic manner. Mr. Bobene, as the crook, Oliver,

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v;as skillful, and !'r. ^^r^lle, as the fup-itive and beloved ^vlyn, provided the

proper measure of feelinr. :.:iss ".'aldau was a vei*y charming Oy]:>sy, absorbed

and ea^rer in her part, ^-iss ::eyer, as Constance, was satisfyin.? in every respect

I iss Jantzen portra^red the comic^jl episodes of the huncrry servant of the

prouchy miser in a Yory acceptable manner, nnd !'rs. Tietz enact rd the lovelorn *

servant pirl in full keepinp v-ith the author's intentions. Tho other members 2

of the cast r^ave adeoua'e "oerforr-.ances. <:

Chic '--o Stadttheater

■1 benefit performance was riven yesterday for ""lise ^aureifi, character actress.
:. A. Zuendl's play, ''Das Cebet ^-er ^'^utter, oder. Das '^isiTieer*' f *'A ^'other' s

The orchestra responded to its cues promptly, if not always harmoniously. ^

3ta^*e settin^-^s and properties were excellent. The pullic showed its interest p

by most fienerous appla^ise. The consensus was that an excellent entertainment
had been "orovided.

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Prayer; or, Tlie Arctic Ccenr/0 -"'-'s chosen.

The r^reGvir. tation v;as ,f':ood In ever^ res"">ect, and the scenery v;as i^articularlv
suitable. ,^*

The beneficiary playod the part of Cl^'^arita ver^;- v;ell indeed, and th3 other -^i^

rrieir^bers of the cast r e 'fonr.ed in an a ^^ro-^riatc manner. r^

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Deserving particular mention are: :'essrs. Reitrr.ann, ^^arne-, Lofthar, Proener, g
and Baureis; also T'mes. P.eitmann, Yieth, and Ilaeuser.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Liar.' 3, 1879.

»'PAULA^
Another Gala Performance of Hoechster's

Theatrical Company

To give a just and adequate account of the performance presented by /anil/
Hoechster's company yesterday, would require considerably more time for reflec-
tion than is alloted to the reporter for a morning newspaper, and the reader
will therefore not reproach the v/riter for his "scintillating generalities," a
necessary outgrowth of the limited column space v/hich prevents the inclusion of
details.

It almost seems as if I.!r. Hoechster were one of those proteges of fortune,
who are successfull in any venture. He promised the Germans a good German
theater, and he redeemed his pledge far beyond expectations.

'Ilhen "Richelieu's First Duel" was given nine days ago, no one believed that the
performance could be excelled, and whoever doubted the company's ability to

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produce tragic works so profoundly impressive after the excellent presentation
of comedies must now reproach himself for his premature judgment.

No commendation can properly express the excellence of the presentation given S

yesterday. Verily, the play deserves the appellation of masterly. The story 3

depicts in a virile, unforgettable manner the moral decadence in the upper r^ |

strata of society which manifests itself in such magnitude throughout our ^ \

mundane environment, and as a mirror of degeneracy, if names of characters were c.

deleted, the text would readily adapt itself to all lands which claim to be <^

imbued with the SDirit of civilization fc !

The artists played their parts brilliantly. Most of the public's acclaim was
showered upon Miss Kuhn because of the inherent nature of her part, for she
depicted the villainess. Countess Kermine, and likeivise because of her splendid
declamation and magnificent acting. She gave a gruesome portrayal of the
ruthless, unscrupulous, selfish woman who fears the loss of social prestige
and subsequent degradation to poverty and resorts to flattery and threats to

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maintain her position. Yet in compensation one must say that Miss Vvassraann's
passive delineation of her role, that of the saintly, innocent victim, xvas no
less meritorious, convincing, and f lav/less, L'liss V/assmann also proved herself
a very capable actress in tragic r)r^sentations.

}^m Scherer as "Lorenz" gave an extraordinary presentation* Ilis acting, his
interpretation, and his mannerisms really corresponded to that of a mis-
anthrope imbued v;ith an insane lomring for his dead daughter, and it is not
an exaggeration to declare that no such characterization has ever been produced
on our local German stage. ••. .The performance was excellent and proves that
Iloechster^s stock company is fully qualified to present every type of play.

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GERMAIN

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Feb. 24, 1879.

LINA WASSMAHN
Triumph At Eoechster's Theater

Although many celebrities have appeared at Hooley's Theater /ythere plays in
German are produced by Emil HoechsteiT^, it is improbable that any performance
has been attended by a more enthusiastic audience than the one present yesterday,
sind we declare unhesitatingly that in the field of comedies no more successful
offering was ever given on this stage. The performance was an outstanding
success, which is particularly gratifying since it represents progress in the
company* s achievements.

The lion's share in this accomplishment undoubtedly belongs to Miss Lina ^
;Yassman. Although she had previously given us a sample of her abilities in the
play "Q,uicksilver,'* her astounding versatility and admirable forcefulness were ^
imexpected. Miss Wassmann is an artist of first rank, a highly gifted actress
vdio, besides possessing great stage experience, is endowed with genuine talent,
powers of interpretation, euid an excellent voice.

Her "Richelieu'* was flawless. He give a resume of the^plot to make the action
understandable to those who missed the performance. ^Outline of plot is

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Quitted In translation/*

Miss Wassmann played the part of. •••the young duke, darling of the ladies, ••••
excellently* Every phase of youthful, variable emotion was splendidly por-
trayed. The actress was by turns saucy, boisterous, timid, bashful, in-
different, melancholy — in conformity with the rapidly changing emotions of -o
a young man of seventeen years. Her rendition created the impression that ^^
the part was written for her particular personcdity. The applause accorded p
her at the end of each act was exceptionally cordial and could hardly be
silenced.

She was splendidly supported by the other members of the cast

The stage management was perfect, and the costuming excellent, even if a few
of the creations were based on imagination rather than historical accuracy,
and thus proved unsulted to the period. The only thing which occasionally
Jarred one^s sensibilities was the faulty pronunciation of French words by
a few members of the cast; this was obviously due to lack of familiarity
with that tongue.

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The consensus of the aiidlence on yesterday's performance can best be ex-
pressed, by an exclamation onr reporter overheard In leaving: '^Thank th*
Lord 9 we have a German theater again!**

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aEK^mN

Illinois 3taat3>Zeitiing, Feb. 17, 1879.

A Splendid Performance at Hooley*s Theater

It is a pleasant task indeed to criticize theatrical performances, when they are
on the order of yesterday's presentation at IIooley*s Theater. The play was fault-*^
less in eveiy respect, including the minutest detail, and one v/ould have to be ^
an irredeemable grouch and faultfinder if he objected to anything. ^^

The parts v/ere properly apportioned; tho ensemble v/as good; every member knew his ^

part well; no one appeared or left at inopportune times; elegant, pleasing cos- 2

tumes prevailed throughout; and the only item deserving reproach is attributable ^

to the public, because some vacant seats wore noticeable, whereas a sold-out .f^'
house would have been no more than the performance deserved. Those who might
have been present will now c::reatl3'' re^^ret their absence, vjhen they learn from these
columns — or hear from their friends — ;vhat an excellent perfonnance they missed.

The plot of the play proved to be a very auspicious choice. It brings to the fore

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Illinois Staats-Zeitong, Feb. 17, 1879.

those "good friends" who are ever v/illing to accept favors but are never home
when reciprocation is expected; that class which envies and yet, under the
cloak of friendship, has the effrontery to resort to insolence; the very crowd
to promote a family scandal whenever an opportunity presents itself trans-
lator's note: Here followed the interesting story of dUDlicity and aD"Darent
unfaithfulness of the young wife which is onitted in translationj^y ♦ . • .Mr. Meyer, p
as the staunch friend, father and husband, "Oaussade," proved ver:,^ acceptable, Z
and he gave an excellent impersonation of the Frenchman. Miss Helene Kuhn as r
"Caussade's" v/ife showed unusual accomplishments; whoever sav/ her j'^esterdaj?' must i
regret that she did not appear in a similarly suitable role at her first perform- '-
ance. She not only presented in imposing and beautiful personalitj^ but her
highly effective diction — proof of great culture — as v;ell as her unusual ability
to indicate emotions by her facial expressions, captivated the public.

/Translator's note: Every mamber of the cast was enthusiastically acclaimed by
the critic. The article covers more than one column.7

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II A 3 d 11) - 3 - aSRMAN

Illinois Staats-Zeitung;. Feb, 17, 1879.

Rarely has a German performance been received with more hearty approbation, i^ot
only between acts, but after the final curtain as well, the actors were recalled,
fiuid the consensus of opinion was that yesterday we witnessed the best German per-
formance ever given in Chicago. May we be blessed with similar repetitions:

City Theater of the West Side 5

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"The Two Orphans," a play in five acts, is of French origin and proves ineffec- C

tive as it was poorly translated into English, and then in a similarly mediocre ^

manner, into German; the latter contains an overly large supply of iimericanisms. S

But, in spite of the inferior vehicle, the performance itself was very good and ^

the public aopeared to appreciate the presentation very much.... lij

Future announcements:.... The play, "Mein Leopold," was given yesterday evening
at the Concordia Theater

The performance was not as well attended as it should have been, considering the
efforts incident to its presentation, ^he comments about the actors are more or
less favorablejJT"

II A 5 d (1) GBRMAN

Illinois Staats-Zeltung, Feb. 10, 1879.

A brilliant performance was given at Hooley's Theater; a splendid entertainment
indeed. The play "Quicksilver" proved a fortunate choice for Mr. J^iX/
Hoechster. This comedy by Treptow is practically nothing but unadulterated non-
sense; but it is of an ingratiating variety and the senseless, humorous situa-
tions are so grouped that the public, perforce, enjoys them. Thus, action, log- 'p
ical sequence, in fact, the very unlikeliness of the plot does not become appar- <^
ent due to the swiftly moving, coinic scenes v/hich keep the audience in a constant 5
state of merriment. ^

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It is a droll play and it was given in that manner. Everyone of the cast appeared CS
to be imbued with the proper spirit and played with enthusiasm.

The Chicago public seldom has an oj^portunity to witness a better perfoimance; we
arc e^en inclined to assert — insofar as the selection of artists for the various
parts is concerned, and in considering the ensemble playing, proper grouping in
the scenes, and the thorough memorization — that this city has never seen anything

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Feb. 10, 1879.

to equal it,

Miss Lina V/assmann as ^'Little Eve'' was chaming and played her naive part— v/hich
required consider^^ible experience — v/ith astounding self-assurance and v/as given ^
generous acclaim. As an actress she possesses that excellent gift: interpreta- '^'
tion. 7/e hope that this ?/ill not be her only guest appearance^ F-

Miss Kuhn as '^lla'* reached the same pinnacle, playing excellently and display- 3
ing great cleverness.

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Among the raale parts Mr. Ravene undoubtedly had the most difficult assignment;
he was entrusted with the role of the rather eccentric, absent-minded ^Bruno
Toll,^ anu to say that the actor gave a perfect interpretation of the character
is but a feeble recognition for his genuinely brilliant accomplishment.

The other gentlemen were also very good. Mr. Koch, in his portrayal of the
easily excitable professor, was in his element.

Mr. Me^T-er, who played the aged, reminiscent bonvivant was excellent.

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Illinois Staats^Zeitunp., Feb. 10, 1879.

Mr* Schober as the servant, and Llr. Puis, v;lio had the part of the youthful
bookworm, were yqtj good, i\nd we must not forget Miss .nhl—a very acceptable
servant girl. Mrs. Claussen, elderly equestrian with torrid, undying passions,
was brilliant.

The play showed a profusion of good and bad jokes, and to this must be added that ^
ever^.'thing functioned admirably; that the intermissions v/era not overly long; -^
that all participants were fully equal to their tasks; in short, a better perform- ??
ance could not be expected. c?

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Mr. Hoechster deserves congratulations* A few more presentations of similar qual--^
ity and he can rest assured that our theater patronizing public will give him
staunch support.

/Translator's note: Other performances siven on the same day and appearing in
the same column are listedj;/

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Feb, 10, 1879.

The Cit3^ Theater of the ;Vest Side

^The lilaid of Orleans", a tragedy in five acts by Ftiedrich von Schiller* The
title roll was played by Miss Lina Waldau and she was fairly successful; how-
ever, her stoutness detracted somewhat. Public attendance was poor....

Concordia Theater

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The announcement of a benefit performance for the capable director of the !
Theater resulted in a sold-out house. He chose the play "Der Frelschuetz,** an
arrangement based on the opera by the same name* This offering as well as the pop-
ularity of the beneficiary proved an undeniable attraction. If one considers the
difficulties which were encountered in giving the play, then one must admit that
it was successful. But in regard to the singing — let us draw the veil of Christ-
ian love— we shall speak no evil. However, the costuming and scenery deserve ap-
probation and therein everyone present v.lll agree....;yhether his lack of vocal
qualities or figure were at fault in reconciling us with the part of "Max** is dif-
ficult to define, but something or other robbed us of that illusion, proved a

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Feb. 10, 1879.

detarent to our imacination. ... translators s note: The critic shows a more eimen-
able disposition to other menbers of the castjj/ Considered as a v/hole, the per-
fo nuance was a success*

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GERM/IN

Illlnois Staats^Zeltung, Feb. 3, 1879 •

GERUAN 1HEATBR

TSie opening perfomance of the new Grenoan Stock Compansr was given at Hooley's
Theater yesterday and«.«.a large crowd was present* Only a few seats were
vacant. •••and standing room in the gadlery was taken by several hundred
people-- quite sufficient proof that there still exists a strong demand for
good Geiman plays* The perfomance was not faultless » nor did we expect it«
Vtr. Hoechster had had insufficient time to arrange everything in as desir-
able a manner as possible* Besides, his leading man. •••deserted the Company,
80 the manager had to give the part, late on Saturday, to another gentleman* •• *

The play chosen for the occasion, "Children of the Times'* by Felix Geber, €d- ^
so lacked certain salient features, and here we must e(DQ)hasize that its
chief fault is the entirely unmotivated, illogical plot* Not a soul compre-
hends why the leading lady does not marry the handsome and wealthy hussar
lieutenant, but teOces instead — ''until death do us parf— the medicine man^

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Illlnola Staats-Zeltung, Feb. 3, 1879 •

or bettePi the doctor. •# ••There are. •••other instances^.^^so contrary to
expectations • The redeeming item consists in a fair measure of Jokes inter-
spersed in the unbearable, bombastic, long-winded speeches*

In regard to the performance we must laud the excellent scenery, the costumes,
and €dso the fact that the artists knew their parts thoroughly. About the
performers thomselYes, the new members were given especial scrutiny by the
public, and from what we overheard the impression has not reached the high
level one might have wished for on an opening night*

Miss Helene Kuhn, engaged to play leading parts«.^ •obliterated her youthful
features with too much make-up# Her part, also, was not an auspicious one;
thougji she has more than usual talent, and, given a favorable part, we feel
convinced that she will prove of great appeal to our public* She is endowed
with an ingratiating voice and deserves credit for perfect pronunciation*

Regarding the qualifications and talent of IJrs* Sarner, we are likewise not

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Illinois Staat8-Zeltung> Feb, 3, 1879.

enabled to give definite criticisms after yesterday's appearance*

Mr* Leon Scheerer in playing the unimportant role of the retired colonel gave
proof of extensive stage experience*

The lively acclaim accorded to Mrs* Horn immediately upon her appearance,
showed definitely how the public appreciates the presence of the talented
actress* She played the proud, aristocratic **Frau von Rhodenstein** in a
very capable manner*

^/Translator* 8 note: The omitted paragraphs contain comments about the
lesser partSjj/

If, as we said before, the performance showed certain shortcomings and, there-
fore, could not be fully satisfactory, it is apparent, nevertheless, that
Mr* Hoechster's prospects are good and that his intention to give us a good

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Illinois Staats-^Zeitiing. Feb* 3, 1879.

German theater will be rewarded with success. It Is^ of course, a difficult
problem to st€urb a theater in mldseason, and to organize a company quickly,
especially one which will realize all the usual recLuirements. But apparently
Mr« Hoechster is achleTlng this, and we hope he will be more successful next
Sunday In selecting a play which will meet with greater approTal, and In
giving a more meritorious performance*

II A 5 d (1) GSmLAN

Illinois Staat5-Zeit\mg> Jan. 27, 1879»

TO THE PUBLIC!

I wish to announce to the Germans of Chicago that I intend to operate a

German theater which will meet the demands of the public* Alexander Wurster*s ^

enterprise has closed dovm as a result of bad times. 2

My chief desire, of course, is to safeguard the theater^s future. I have de- "■"
cided to open the theater regardless of the fact that the season is almost over
and in spite of the financial sacrifices involved, so that the Germans will not
lose interest in German plays.

Newspapers have already reported the fact that I have succeeded in securing
the services of the most experienced members of the former Wurster theater,
as well as other well-known actors, and that I am at present corresponding
with famous '^rman-i^jrierican players, in an effort to get them to appear at
special performances.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitiux':, Jan. Zl , 1879,

In regard to tHe repertory of my theatc^ir, it will be dedicnt^^l for the most
part to the nov/ po;r)uL'?.r modern comedies, I shall also endeavor to produce
in Chicago the latest successes in the dramatic field*

In the hope that my venture — v;hich became possible only after great difficulties 2

xvere surrir)unted — will meet with popular favor, I remain, ^^^

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GERMAN

Chioaso Tribune. Sept. 15, 1878. "*''' ('^U PFOj 3n97t

THE GERJitiN THE.>TP.E

Mr. Alexander burster, the v;ell-knovm German theatre-manager, opens the
Nev/ Chicago this evening with the best German dramatic company that v/as
ever brought together in this country. Mr#V/urster has made a nev/ depart-
ure, and will hereafter give daily performances at the IJev/ Chicago, which
he has rented for the season. There is no reason v/hy Mr. Wurster should
not succeed in his nev/ venture. This city has a population of about 100,
000 Germans, or persons that speak the German language,— more than most
German capital cities, v/here there exist several theatres v/here daily
performances are given. The new company that Mr. Wurster has engaged for
this season is of such a calibre as to draw out the theatre-loving Germans,
if such thing is possible. His company consists of twenty-four members,
ten ladies and fourteen gentlemen, all of whom are able to take first-
class parts. — -

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The Chicago Tribune, April 22, 1878.

WPA (ILL) PKOJ 3Qm

THE aSRIv^AN DRAI.IA

Because Li*. Worster^s German theatre at the Hew Chicago was not as well patron-
ized during this season as in former seasons, it was decided that the Germans
of the city would and could not support a first-class German theatre permanently.
Such, however, is not a fact. Chica^ contains a large German population, as
large as many German capitols supporting first-class theatres and theatre goers
who visit the theatre at least once a week. They prefer good performances
given in their mothertongue, provided such performances are as g-ood as those
given in the English theatres. The success that Mr. 'burster achieved during
the two seasons previous to this one, proves the assertion. The coJUpanies he
had then, were good ones, and each role was in the hands of a capable actor,
^fliich resulted in good ensemoles, and performances that gave satisfaction.
The Germans are well educated, critical people and they know the difference be-
tween good and bad performances. They do not care to see plays where the prin-
cipal parts are performed by brilliant actors, and the minor parts put in the
hands of amateurs, but want to see every part, no matter how small, perfoiroed
in an acceptable manner.

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The Chicago Tribiine^ Dec, 3, 1877,

THE GERMAN DRAMA. WPA (ILL) FRDj JQ27S

Undoubtedly the two most successful German writers of modern comedies are Gr. Von
Moser and Julius Rosen. Both of them have written a number of plays during the last
few years, and all of them have been Well received wherever produced, and some of them
have created quite a furore, as, for example ••Ultimer" by the former and^Lemons" by
the latter* All it needed to draw good houses in any of the principal German theatres
was the announcement that a new play by either of these was to be brought out. A few
weeks ago, when then the new play by Mr. Rosen, entitled the*'Confusionsrathf was brought
out at the New Chir igo, it filled the house, anr it proved to be a clever production.
When the ••Hypochonder," by Mo?er, was "oroduced at this house two weeks ago, it proved
such a success thfU it was repeated at the North Side Turner Hall.—

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The Chicago Tribune^ April 30, 1877,

&ERMAN

IM^TR /111 \ Ppnr ^pz/C

It Was the general opinion of those who went to the New Chicago Theatre last
evening to see Schiller's great pi ^ of "Marie Stuart," brought out by Mr.
Wurster's German dramatic company, that they would see one of the best
performances given at this theatre this season. In this, however, they were
greatly mistaken, as the performance was real very far from a failure. While
Mr. Wurster's Company, as at present constituted, is very good in farces anA.
comedies, yet it has not the strength and tragic abilities to success fully
cope ^ith a classic production of such magnitude as "Marie Stuart."-—.-

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lot alon--: 03 attri'

It is to be re'^ro'cbed that tlie ■)eriori:ianc3S o

tic Company, ^.t the ^6 .■ C'.ic^ *o "^heatre, ar? no lon-'er oatronizecl as

v/ere forinerl:', T/iis lallin-- ofi' i:: the attaiidanc

biAted zo the v/ithdra^jal of '.:±2s Von ota!:-r:r;/i';z fro-., the G0".":pany, for

are nu:?3rouG ob*"er causes v/hich ^:,-er) the r)-;ople fro^': -e- tronizii'' ti':is t

ater as lib^ra±l-^ as th^v usel zo. nrinci^^all.^/- ^-.non:" "./hich are uhe dull

times.

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he varices at the 0-r?::;:in ':eatre are hi'h, -..l::ost too hiyh for the

it must b^ considered that I.'r. 'urster'e co -'o^-ny is an ex^oeiisive 0:10^
and if h'^ reduce 1 r>rices, he could not oossibl-' neeu exr)enses, especially
es the theater is sri'-\ll and nerforrnances c-n he yiven but oice a v/eeh.
hary 'olf, v;hile she is n::t

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;'et an actress of no ordinary merit, and in cor:edies, she is very useful,
even '"ore so than -ler prelecessor has been. rVe cause of her not drav/in:; ""^
'^ood houses as she did last season is princioall^^ -^.o be looked for in the
fact ti^at "ohe ti: es are i:uch Jull'^r and her style 01 actiny is too v;ell
knov/n to the patrons of tV.is theater, -/ho continually/ vr5.nt to see soi
nev/.

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II A ^ d (1) GERMAN

Ij/ Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Jan. 9, l877* WPA (ILL) FftG; %^-^

TO THE DIRECTOR OF THE NEW CHICAGO THEATER, MR, ALEXAMDER 'iTURSTERs

We, the undersigned, who have attended with pleasure the representations
in your theater, are sorry to learn that due to unfortunate circumstances
the attendance in your theater has diminished to such an extent, that
you have sustained severe financial losses. V/e hope that these detrimental
influences will soon disappear ajid that on Sundays your theater will
be filled once more as usual ♦

With satisfaction we look back upon your artistic performances, which
even the English press said were superior to similar presentations in
English theaters, and which v/ere, at the same time, *• rendezvous'* for
the better class of Germans. In order to compensate you for the losses
sustained during these last weeks, we offer you a complimentary pre-
sentation on Jan. 14, and we hope that we shall get the support of all
the art -loving GermEins of Chicago*

Chicago, January 8, 1877
(Signed by 14 prominent Germans).

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GSI^fiN

Illinois Staats^Zeitung> Dec. 30, 1876.
/COWSDY AT KE;^' CHICAGO THEATm/

Tomorrov/, New Year's 2ve, the conedy "Castles in Spain" sill be given
in the Kev^ C;hicago Theater. The authors of the play are Manns tad t and
'.Vels and the music is by Von Laohr. Ihe play has had numerous presentations
and an enormous success in Berlin. We are certain that it v;ill please
the public.

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DerWesten, Nov, 12, l876» ...... ,., - v -r - -...:,

l!RS. WOLFF-LISSEGANG.

Concerning the reasons why I have severed my connections with the
Wurster theatrical troupe, I wish to send you some explanations. Mr,
burster's mind is afflicted with the idea that I intend to start a
Germeui theater on my own and consequently he only oroduces such plays
in \rtiich I must appear to the public as insignificant, although ray name
was advertised on the bulletin as being a guest. As Mr, Wurster had
scheduled only such plays for the next three weeks, I realized that he did
80 in order to withdraw me from the attention of the public. For that
and no other reason did I resign,

Marie Wolff -Liesegang»

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GERMAN

Chicago Tribune t Oct. 30, 1876.

THE G3RUAN DRAMA.

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p. 8.. '^Nemesis, or Gentile and Jew," by Adolph Reich, as produced by Mr.
Wurster*s compeuiy last evening, is an amusing and entertaining, but not
instructive, melodramatic farce, which, like numerous others of the same
class, are written by German playwrights of the present day to amuse the pub-
lic, especially that of Berlin, vAiere they cure very popular. They possess
no intrinsic dramatic value whatever, but generally contain a slight allu^
sion to certain political, social, or religious questions of the day....

Frau Claussen - Koch had the principal role, or as much as there was of it,
and it must be said that she did not overdraw or vulgarize her acting, as
was expected

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Illinois Staats Zeitungt Oct. 16, 187 6»

THE GERMAN THEATER

Tb9 drama »»Kabale und Liebe,*» by F. von Schiller, was staged last night in
the New Chicago Theater. The great attendance proved that the public enjoys
classical plays* The presentation was also interesting because two actresses
of merit were taking part, namely. Miss V. Stamrawitz and Miss ?7olf.

It is hard to say who was the best player. Miss Stammwitz, as Lady Milford,
deserves unrestricted praise. In the scene between herself and the major
she proved herself to be an accomplished artist. The same can be said of
Miss Wolf.

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The Chicago Daily Tribime^ Apr. 3, 1876.

NKrt ChlCAaO ThiATcS. W?A (f It.) PROi 30/ 75

After several weeks of preparation, there was produced last evening
"by Alexander Wurster^s German dramatic company, at the new Chicago
Theatre, the celebrated German drama, a**Wildfeuer" (Wild fire) bv P.
Halm, the author of ^Pechter. von Ravenna" (Gladiator of Ravenna).
This drama is written in blank verse, and is considered one of the best
German literary productions extant. The piece when it was first brought
out about ten years ago created the greatest enthusiasm, and in Berlin
an<; Vienna It was produced hundreds of nights in succession to crowded
houses.

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Illinois otaats Zeitung» Feb* 23> l876«

RSYENE, GERMAN ACTOR*

Hans Ravensi the German actor, who will appear next Sunday in Col» /ood's
Museum, is thus described by the German correspondent in Baltimore:
••His acting although full of energy is at the same time very natural* Each
of his movements and expressions corresponds perfectly to the feelings ex-
pressed in the play* Mr* Raven^ knows how to hold an audience spellbound
and to focus all the attention upon himself • He is an actor, who makes
the public laugh and cry with him*"

Mr* Raveni will play here the role of Don Caesar de Bazano*

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Chicago Tribune, February 21, 1876# ^^>ni /n r xpnr\i

THE GERMAN DRAMA

Since Mr. Alexander Wurster commenced to give the Germans of this city a German
theatre worthy of the name it has been demonstrated that they mean to support a
manager who will give them only such representations as are calculated to elevate
and to educate • The new Chicago Theatre is crowded every Sunday night with the
elite of our German citizens, no matter whether it rains or not, or whether every
other place of ammusement is holding forth inducements at the ssjne time, and Mr*
Wurster deserves this success. He has spared no pains to make the New Chicago
the model German theatre in this city. None but sterling dramas and comedies
that have proved successes in the old country are placed upon the sta^e. His
company is the best ever gathered within our municipal walls, and the smallest
characters even are placed in the hftnds of experienced actors. last evening there
was presented to a crowded house "The llep'nant" one of the latest and most suc-
cessful productions of G. Von Moser, the author of "Ultimo" or, as it is known on
the English stage "The Big Bonanza". While the latter is more of a farce, the
former is a delightful comedy, with a very intricate and interesting plot. This
piece if translated into English, would undoubtedly prove more of a success than
"Ultimo"* What gave particular interest to the play last evening was the fact \

that Mr. Carl Helmer^ the leading man of the Milwaukee Theatre, assoimed the
principal role - Gustan von Wingen. Mr. Helmer has long enjoyed the reputation

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Chicago Tribune. February 21, 1876. ^^^ ^^^^^ pRO.i. 30275

of being one of the finest young German actors in the country, and he proved by
his excellent acting last evening that he fully deserves it« Miss Emma Weise
showed the experienced and painstaking actress by her excellent protrayal of the
character of the charming young widow, Asta von Bruening* Probably the most
satisfactory bit of acting done last evening, though all acted well, was that of
Mrs* Horn, who played the part of Aurelin von Strahlen, She created quite a furore.
This ahle and amiable lady takes her benefit Sunday evening, on which occasion
there will be given, for the first time in thif^ country, G. von Moser's latest
comedy "Die Veilchenfresser" (The Violet Enthusiast).

Mr. Wurster has succeeded in engaging Mr. Carl Helmer to play at the New Chicago
during the whole of next season.

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^UEFIT PSRFORlIAtTCS SCORCS BIG SUCCESsT'

A veiy select public attended the entertainment given last evening by the
Johanna Lodge for the benefit of poor children, and the large niamber of
people present at the performance gives full proof of the visitors* phil-
anthropic inclinations.

One of the disturbing features, hov;ever, was the delay in ringing up the ;c
curtain — nearly an hour-- but the excellent offerings of the evening com- '^
pensated for that.

The orchestra performed with precision and good taste throughout, and
the pantomine was ably presented and met with acclaim.

The feature of the evening was the operetta "Uamsell Rosa," given by the
members of ^lexande^ Vftirster^s theatrical coii5)an^'#

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Mrs. Claussen, Mr. Koch, and Miss Abel scored an exceptional success and
the ladies were presented v/ith bouquets in recognition of their excellent
performance.

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Tho hiclily publicizsri parf cit.i .nee or v;ilbr..ndt*3 ccnjd:', »*Die "alcr'' (The
Paintoro) v/.g ^^iven -eatorucr' at th-j Ilorth Jide Turnhalla,

.J-thcuch /Ale::and3r7 ..'urstjr^s tIiO;triC:il coiipan7 n:i7 liavo dono its shuro in
attractinr, tiie CJhicar:o public, cno ir-ust, nevjrtliolass, attribute tlie financial
Gucoer.s to th3 director ite o.* the dirrpenour'-, sine 3 thoGO ;;ontle:.i3n showja
^:reat roalinej.G to riaho sacri^icjs, .nd ;vore T:»:<tiont ^ln . untirin;* in thair devo-
tion to the cauoo, doin^ ev jr:-thin;: ..ithin their povjer to goII tickets in order
to increase reaeiT^ts, 1!h?. total incone of the perrori:iL.nce .;..s sonevdiere batv;jen
a thou3:.nd end elevjn hundred doll;rr:; tlie net proceeds /ill bo .bout h .If this
:i]:iount.

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Illinois Staat 3-Ze ItunSt Dec . 13, 1875.

DAS KAETHCHSN VON HEILBROM

This whimsical play of a bygone dramatic period was given last evening at
the National Theater • Mrs. Uethua Sc heller appeared in the title role and
we must admit that she. • • • possesses the natural qualifications for the
part, as few of her colleagues io.

Franz Kuehne, of the Concordia Theater of Baltimore, was highly successful
in his excellent portrayal of Count Wetter von Stahl*

The bridge scene was splendid and those v/ho came to the theater with high
expectations were not disappointed.

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GERRMT

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung. Dec, 13, 1875.

l\E\1 CHICAGO THEATRE

♦T)ie Drei Staatsverbrecher** (The Three Political l^Ialefactors) by Dr. von
Schweitzer initials not give^ is without doubt one of the best comedies by
this author and, in fact, of the German stage. A splendidly wrought intrigue,
fascinating to the very end, and terminating in a very plausible solution which <:^
leaves little to be desired, it presents an excellent characterization of the p
old French aristocracy with its severe views. ^

The performance, though not faultless, was satisfying in as far as the actors ^

were concerned. Miss .Volff, as '^Clemence," did not give a full neasure of ^
that aristocratic behavior which the part requires, but the same can also be cri
said of Mrs. Claussen, in fact, of all, except Llessrs. Keyer and Donald. But
it was a lovely ''Glemence,'* and the actress endowed the character with all the
consuming warmth and fervor she possessed.

•
Lrs. Claussen, as the alert, ever jovial '^LCarie,** found therein a part which

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Dec. 13, 1875.

was virtually made to order.

LIr, Keyer played. ...the ^Llarquis Louis** v/ith c^eat dignity, and Mr. Donald's
•♦llarquis Charles'* was excellent — this applies to characterization, acting and
declamation.

I.Tr. Koch played **Jaques** in a very restrained manner and with a great deal of
humor— although the part in itself is likely to encourage exaggerations.

The two lovers did not please us so much; Mr. V/olkenstein would probably have
been better as **President Lagey,** and Mr. -Veber lacked his usual natural vivacity.

Mr. Stephany last evening shov/ed better control over his timidity. T^iss Abel, as
**Countess Lagey,** was charming; the part, however, is unimportant. Also Mrs.
Horn, in the portrayal of "Mrs. von Sormeaux,** had little opportunity to display
her talents, however she did her best, considering the limitations of the part.

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^ Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Dec. 13, 1875*

^Vhile most of the separate attainments proved satisfying, and the actors stand
accused only of being somewhat ill at ease in an aristocratic environment, the
stage management deserves sharp reproach for its faulty selection of costumes,
furniture, and scenery. After all, the rococo fashion prevailed at that time
and it is inseparable from the play. V/ith a few exceptions the costumes were
not expressive of the period. Moreover, two ladies, especially (Vfolff and
• -Claussen), failed to remember of the historical setting.

Attendance left nothing to be desired, for there was not a vacant seat in the
house.

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Illinois :::t:}.-tn-::oitun:% Dec. 6, 1875.

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That excellent fairy t-:le, 'V.nchenbroerlel," \r.xr. >ii-hly succensful, althou(:h
it iG no novelty in Chica':o, havin,^ been :^iven in this theater severrtl yeari
aco, at the ..iirora lant yerr, and recently at the ..clolplii Tlieater. 'The houce
vjas Gold out and the perfomance v;as probably the best of the season.

The author ::avo a stron;' portray 1 of the characters; they are cxceedinriy
plausible anci the situj^tions are so huiriorous ttot the^y^ v/ill alvrays appeal to
the nasses.

The part of .asclionbroodel yives no difficulty to an artist like lj?s. Ilethua
Scheller, and the problens involved are not productive of headaches in so
far as she is concerned; thus she portrayed the part easily and ;;ith cormend-

able n-'.ivete, as befits the character.

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Illinois 3taats-.':eitim^-^, Dec. 6, 1875.

l.!iss Lollie TliieleTiann \r?:S cternin;: as the friry queen, but in the part of
the rr'?.ndriDt]ier "'.lie v/cis i.iore rjuccesnful.

Llrs. -'n, elhiirdt and 1x3. :'icolar. v;ere vor:' :*ood.

Vx. Ctto*:: roiipolino proved a^iunin^, but, so^::ehov:, he -^ave the role a too
farcical aspect.

Ir. ''.ect-'r: Dandini ''.'as pleac:inr:, and tlie parte of the prince and .lidoro,
played by !:ccnrr,. •'^-eb-i-ir^lt and Fa^al, ';cro done in o capable r.iariner.

rh.e t^erforrr.nce v/fis ^iven unGtined ::ccl-^in.

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a^^'iarol \:<:.r^ olo 'ant and in "ood ta;3te.

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GER2.UN

Illinois Staats > Zeitung: Oct. 16, 1875 •

^A 01U ^mi jorrt

Gh^luiH THE/iTER REPRESENTATIONS

"A Distinguished Llarria£;e** will be played tomorrov/ at the Nev/ Chicago Theater •
L!r« Heirxiich Laube translated this French play in a masterful manner. The play
has also been very successful in its ii»n^lish translation "Led Asti*ay"«

L'iss Liarie V/olf fills the main role. She is an accomplished actress, famous
for hor youth as v/ell as beauty.

"Lenore'' will be played in the City Theater. Mrs. Clothllde Kpppe will play
the role of Lenore.

The "Artesian V/ell" will be rtj presented a second time at the Vorwarts Theater.

"Genevieve" v/ill be represented at the National Theater.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitunr^ Sept. 25, 1875.

^/Jft'ansl-ator'G note: There v;ere five (^man theaters in Ghicaco, in 1875, as
shovm by the appended announcenent, and that is tlie only reason v/hy the other-
wise trivial item has been included^7 The Gerraan theaters have pro^irans for
torriorrov7 eveninc v;hich should prove satisfying to peopi.e of diverse tastes:

The Kev/ Ghicaco Theater announces the play *'Die Gebrueder Bock'' by L^Arron^e,
author of "L.ein Leopold"; at the Vor.'.'aerts Theater the farce "Sodom and
Gomorrah", or "Der iCuester in Tausend Aen^sten", v:ill be civen; on the prograiri
of the National Theater, "Kans Juerge", • • .at the Gity Theater of the V/est Side,
"Dauchter of the He^iaent", and at the Adelphi Theater,- "The ^o Orphans" viill
be civen for the last tiiue.

GERMAN

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J.-J-J ^ Illinois Staats Zextung> Sept. 8, 1874.

THE GERMi\N THEATER IN CHICAGO.

He received the following letter.

Dear Siri

The citizens from Milwaukee Avenue look with pride upon their Aurora Turnhalle. It
is without doubt the most beautiful and the most elegant theater in Chicago. Also
is the company of players a good one.

Our German newspapers have given the German dramatic art little encouragement. We
notice with pleasure that during the last week the Staats Zeitung has consecrated
several columns to the discussion of the English theater and this gives us the
hope that the Gertaan theater will receive the same consideration.

Respectfully, \7urster & Methua.
We hope it to be true #iat the gentlemen Wurster and Methua have to say about the

GERM/IN
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Illinois Staats Zeitung, Spet. 8, 1874.

city theater of the west side. Concerning the silence of the German newspapers in
the past about the German theater not much need to be said. The most flattering
one can say about it, is nothing* Often the German newspapers have started to
support the German theater and, every time had to give up the attempt. So nothing
remained but to announce the representations before hand and then keep silent.
How can anything be accomplished when the talents are so dispersed, when as on the
north side there are three theaters within the confines of a little space. In a
short while we will visit each of our German theaters.

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GE2RMAN

Illinois Staats-^Zeltung, Sept. 3, 1872.
THE GERMAN THEATER iiND THE GERMAN PUBLIC

The constant complaint of the German theater that it has not been supported
by the public, is answered with: ••Give us a theater that will present good
performances, and we shall support it^^' Of late, the German theater in
Chicago has been showing some improvement. The play ••Esa*lsschuler, *♦ pro-
duced by Louis Kindt, if not perfect, has nevertheless given the public a
great deal of satisfaction.

And not that the actors could be any better. How can anyone expect an actor
to do his best when he is continually interrupted by a noisy audience indulg-
ing in drinking and smoking; when in the midst of a scene there suddenly
resounds the crying of a baby; when there is an interruption in the act be-
cause two rough fellows are fighting, as was the case last Saturday evening
in the Tumhalle Vorwarts.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitiing, Sept. 3, 1872.

We maintain our assertion that good plays are possible, but to make them so
both the actors and public must cooperate. We are glad that Mr. Kindt in-
tends to put a stop to abuses. No smoking will be allowed, waiters will not
be allowed to wait on the public during the play, and children under six
years of age will not be admitted.

Last Simday two important English newspapers, the Inter^Ocean and the Times,
were represented at Tumhalle Vorwarts. Reporters from these papers had come
to write about the amusements of the Germans, and their German colleagues had
to use all their influence to prevent them from telling the truth. We can
say that last Sunday •s play represented a new epoch.

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Illinois Staats Zeitun^, August 31> l872»

GSRIIAN THEATERS.

T0M0RR07/»S GERMAN PLAYS. THE FALL SEASON BEGINS TOMORROVf.

There are plays in each of the four theaters. On the Southside, Burlington
Hall has been rented again by Messrs. Kost and Pelissier. As the opening
pltiy, they have chosen *'Mutsegen Oder Die Neue Fsuichon." The equipment
and costumes are said to be very good. As first star, they have named
the famous opera soubrette ICiss Marie Schamnberg.

On the Northside, Mrs. Louise Thieleman has taken over the direction
at the Aurora Turnhalle. There will be plays every Sunday. The
opening play will be the four act drama of Leiboldt, Drei Tage Aus
Dem Leben Eines Spielers.**

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Illinois Staats Zeitung^ August 31 » l872«

On the Southwest Side, Mr« Louis Kindt intends to introduce a good new
repertory at the Turnhalle yorwarts. The opening play is Laube's play,
••Karlsschuler.** The stage has undergone many improvements since the
closing of the last season. V/e hope Mr. Kindt will be able to carry
through his programme and especially to make the Wednesday representations
attractive.

On the Norths ide, provisionally, Seamours Kail, 334^ "336 North Ave.,
half a block west of Sedgwick Street, is the seat of the Muse. Mrs.
Louis Thieleman will give there today her second representation.

Now one word to the theater managers! No complaint can be made of last
year as to the support of the public. There was "money'* in every
theatrical enterprise. Since the fire the German theaters have been a
paying proposition. We know that perfection cannot be expected, that
the artists of first rank do not come to Chicago. But one can expect
the actors to memorize their roles, that they speak correctly and do not
improvise. The theater expects the support of the oublic emd the press.
Let's hope that the theater will do its best.

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CSRMAN

Illinois Staats-Zeitung. Aug. 27, 1872.

North Avenue, on vjhicli the only German theater of the North Side burned \o (^/

down, has once more — thanks to Mrs. Louise Thielemann — a German theater
at 334 North Avenue, near Sedg^.vick Stre3t« The first German performance
v;as so fjiVorably received in the neighborhood that at 7:30 P.M. the entire
street was filled with people. Sunday the theater v;as still only half
finished. The performance of the play "Varrvarr" was fair but che first
evening v/as more iraportcmt as a '^get-together" after such a long separation.
In the meantime, building oporutions continue on the theater on Clybourne
Avenue and Division Street. The opening of this theater is expected to take
place Oct. 1.

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Illinois Staats Zeitung;, August 19f l872» . .: i

THE OPENING OF THE Gz.Rl.x\I^ TIL.Ar^^R.

The opening of the German Theater on 12th Street (Turnhalle Vorwarts)
will take place September 1, with Laube's Karlsschuler, under the direction
of Mr* Louis Kindt • V/e do not oublish the list of the actors, one of them
having been taken b3'^ death.

He axe advised that Ilt. Kindt will replace the comedian, Mr* Ahlfeldt,
deceased by the well-known ILr. Doebbelin*

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J^The Grerman TheaterJT'

Die Wassers impel (The Water Morons), a character comedy out of German-
American life by Julius Kurzer, was given for the first time, last night,
in Aurora Turn Hall. The interest every premiere arouses (especially
when it treats, with an outspoken slant, a vividly discussed current
question) had enticed a large crowd to fill the hall.

The play appealed to the spectators. Some scenes, we mention only the
temperance meeting, aroused stormy applause*

Some changes we recommend. The performance lasts by far too long. ••...•
Some lines of the dialogue need to be softened. Also the text should not
be too wild a mixture of German and English phrases..... •

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GSRMAN

Illinois Staats Zeltung, Oct* 3, 1871.

J%IE GERMAN PEOPLE'S THEATEffi/

Sxxnday night the Geiman People's Theater was opened on the North Side* The
hoiise, which has a seating capacity of 600 to 800, was filled to the point
of overflow, and the public showed itself very appreciative of the energetic
endeavors of the woman director, Mrs* Thielemann*

(The very extensive prologue in verse, reprinted by the Staats Zeittxng^ was
followed by a tableau representing Columbia, Germania, and the Gtoddess of
Liberty, while the music played ^'Hail Columbia,** *T)ie Wacht am Rhein,** and
"Heil Dir im Siegeskrant*** Then the comedy, *Trederic the Great as Match-
maker** was received with much acclaim* For the time being shows will be
staged every Sunday* Mrs« Thielmann stands high in the favor of the German
public of the North Side, and if she manages to please its taste, one can
give the German People's Theater a favorable prognosis*)

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Illinois Ste^.ts 'Zeitung, May 13, 1871. ^

GERMAN

( REPRINT OP A LETTER BY K'lATHILDE VENETA (KIEMBER OF THE TROUP S OP FRAU SEE-
BACH) PUBLISHED ORIGINALLY IN THE BERLINER TOLKSZEITUNG, THE LETTER WAS
WRITTEN PROM A TOUR THROUGH THE UlHTEr STATES.)

We play every day, and in addition we travel without rest over enormous dis-
tances. Often we play twice in one day. The wildest imagination can hardly
realize what we have to stand in the way of punishment. Prom New York we
went to Philadelphia, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Chicago, Milwaukee, and back to
Chicago. Five days on the Mississippi, and in a rush to Indianapolis and Cin-
cinnati; in February back to New York, and again Philadelphia, Baltimore,
and Buffalo. Are we not the true highwaymen? We hold *em up on the open
street, that is to say, where we discover even the slightest interest for the
drama, be it only a hick town, there we exploit the public over night. The
American actor would not do thati We Germans alone in this coxmtry of material
acquisition are complete barbarians. We respect no ideals, we dream not of
art, we only want to earn money. We should be ashamed of ourselves. But one
loses one's shame living like robbers and in this magnificent country where
everything seems to urge to use the moment and to squeeze the fleeting present
like a lemon. The German artist's emigration is particularly strong this year,
due to the war. What companies haven't been formedl People who never were
prominent except with itinerant troupes now step into the limelight and com-
pete with us - in the cha,se for the golden dollar. The little tribe of

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German artists, with "bee-like industry, builds itself a theater an3rwhere,
and gives Schiller and Goethe even in barns* Barbarous] But no matter,
there certainly is a store of ability and gusto for hard working in our na-
tion. And even the German actor participates in that* War takes his bread
away in the home country* He packs his bag, crosses the ocean, and seeks
9upt)ort for his wife and child unto the very edge of the primeval wood*

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Sept. 30, 18o7*

aSR:j\lT TIISATPwE

Yesterday's perfonaance of Schiller's "Haeuber" again proved its popularity.

The Grerraan House v;as crowded to capcicity; and many persons //ere only able

to find standing room. The sraooth performance satisfied all v/ho witnessed it.

Mr. Ho^TU, who played '^rlarl,** and LIr. Roepenack, v/ho took the part of "Franz
von Iloor," xvere loudly applauded for their excellent presentations of these
characters. The high light of Mr. Hoym's work was his performance in the
fourth act. Mr. Koepenack, whose "Franz'* cannot be surpassed displayed his
excellent drai:iatic ability throughout the play.

i:iss Klein as '•Amalie, '1.1t. Koch as "oT^iegelberg,'' and Mr. Schmitz as
"Schweitzer," also enjoyed well-merited applause. ie have attended quite
a number of performances of Schiller's *'Raeuber," but none that we enjoyed
as much as this.

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GSHI^'iAN

Illinois Stasts-Zeitung, June 13, 1866»

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'^Robert and Bertram**

Sunday^s performance, as well as yesterday's, was a complete success, and
proves that the local German public knov/s how to appreciate a really good play.

We must admit that, as far as comedy is concerned, we have never seen anything
better or more comical than ^Robert and Bertram** • The play fairly teems with
♦♦queer** situations and funny remarks, and we do not hesitate to recommend it
to all hypochondriacs as a remedy.

The scenery is very good, the stare arrangements, decorations, and costumes

The house was overcrowded on Sundav, and the attendance on Ifendav was also
very gratifying to the actors. On both evenings, the audience was kept in
continual laughter, and the constant applause was sufficient assurance to the o

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players that their efforts were successful, ^5;

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Illinois StaatS'^Zeltung, June 13, 1866.

are everything one could desire, and, as for the performance itself, we do not
hesitate to rate it as the best that we have seen in this country. The entire :$
cast deserves unrestricted praise. 5

The two *♦ jolly vagabonds,'' Mr. Ahlfeldt and Mr. Pelost, are truly unsurpassable, r;
and their natural wit kept the audience laughing continually. Mrs. Pelost -d
played the part of Mrs. Ippelraeier, and Mrs. Yelguth enacted the role of Isidore o
Ippelmeier. Both actresses are to be commended for their marvelous perform- '^.
ance. The Veilguth brothers also played their parts well and added no little ^
to the success of the play, Mrs. Obernsdoerfer was truly charming in the role
of Roessel. All in all, we must say that the Pelost Company is a well-trained
group* There are no unnecessary interruptions in the performance, all the
members have memorized their lines well, and everything is done smoothly.

After such success, we do not have the least doubt that this comedy will draw
a full house during the entire week, and we advise every lover of the theater,

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Illinois Staats-Zeltung, June 13, 186 6 •

and every one who wishes to spend a pleasant evening. To attend one of the
perfoimances at the German House during the current week.

♦•Robert and Bertram*^ will be played every night this week, beginning at 8 P.
Tickets are seventy-five cents for box seats and fifty cents for seats in the
pit.

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sent a dele;ation v;itii a petitioa to -jd:v ird J. Dunno, mayor of Ohica^^o at

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IV their liberty aiid sei^sed oip: roachir.,--^ difficulties, i-erce he -ronised

.lie dele'^.tion that :.o ordir-aiicc^ of c;:ch a nature v/ould be e.iacted.

The 7ereini{jte L'aennerchoere v;ere a^'^ain the van--uard in the fif^ht for
personal freedo:.i. .^t tiieir Meeting; on ..ay o, 1906, it v:as decided to send
a strong protest, m Jlnriish, to the „s_ociatod ^reas. .J-l =3€rinan clubs
v:ere requested, rioreover, to send delegates to the aext nieetin;: of the

recently founded branch of the ::ational alliance. The new br-ai^Lch, hov/ever,

I othinc more v:as hear-: of: the loa-ue for the rcrnoticn of blue lav's an.'; it "—

appear-^d that everythir.c "'•••aa ::uiot and _.eaGeful. r^

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i-s the Vereini^te l.aennerchoere had r^iso'ved not to dooisi. until success c5i

Vi'Lis assured, they consulted the old Citizens* JJ-lianco, and the latter -.vas
v/illii-.': to ta.ze the leadership,

A sT^ecial orf-:anization v;as founded and iven the rat.-3r lonr na^ie, The

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Lnited Jocioties lOr Local oeir-CrOverraient • /Translator^G note: The .i^bendpost
Cives the name in 7iln:?,lish« It is ot explained v.hether the United oocieties
for Local oelf-CoveriL-nent^ and also the old "Citizen's .J.liance'* are /vnerican
or G-err.ian or;;anization3j»y''

'v.ithin a fev; v/eeks this ne'.ly founded association succeeded in arran-'inr a

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^^ mass clerrionstration the like Oi' v;i;ic.i lias not bea.i v/itnessed bei'ore in
Chicago.

Thousands upon thousa.^ds filled the hall aii'S cro-.-led aajacont streets,
listening; to the -^'iery spcocaes and ins'drinc i/.elodios of our 3iii{:;ers.

xxS a result of this ii.ipresoive nass (ie:..o:.str::.tion ti.e Gity Council found it-
self compelled to :ake the desired concessions and thus a far-rojichin,^ ^

victory v;lis v;on. The fru.its of the victory fell to the clubs, to be enjoyed
by then in peace. T:ie 7ereini:.te I..-;ennerchoore :nay v.ell be proud of the
fact that they st-.rted the ball rollinc*

iifter all, v:e i.iust note that those festivities represent the lifeblood of
the as.-ociations and v/ith the surplus derived fraii theii' arranceraents the
rent for the club hall, the salary of a rr.usic leader, etc., are "paid.

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^a*ter the usual concerts and cntertairjaent , a special event took place on ^

l-^'ovemter, 1907, \;iien .^fanz .jiberf^, founder and cr-ajiizer of "che 7eroini.;te ^

I.aennercliocre as v/ell as the Or.dieus *..uo:n.erclior, celebrated his golden o

jubilee as a 3inr;er. [^

His efforts to rrornote tlie cause of C-ermu sor::; v/ere untirir. ■, over a period ^

of fifty years! Cblivi-us to distress ajia stori.i, despite dissension and

luc:: of reeo^jiition, he secured for 0-er::.an scnr^s a Ip.stinr; place in -cnis city.

Often he v;as con; oiled to face ji bitter fi2:ht •..henever his enor.iies, '.rompted

by selfishness and jealousy, endeavored to belittle his life's v;ori:, and
attei;ipted to deny his just rev/ard. But the nazi ;;as hone^jt in his convictions
and v/orked unselfislily una faithfully in the intorests of Crer"an som^', and

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lY the respect wliich the conservativss or the sirx.'in^: societies accorded

hir. soon silenced his OD^^onents and tne ^'v/ise .-uys'^ v/ho are found
everyxYhere. He labored indefati^;ably, oblivious to personal gain. His ^

enthusiasm for Gerr.ian fcl.: 3on:/3 v.as ,';enui]ie, -ind he al;;ays :ave tine and ^-^

effort in their behalf. S

The valiant old .:ei.tle-ar^ lived to enjoy the honors vjhich he so rightly ^

deserved. .lis r'olden jubilee as a jin :er v/as celebrated in the for:': of a C^

banouet on ::ovenl.er 21, 1907, and in spite of the extensive y-r-c^parations
which the festival entailed, it v;as possible tu Liake it a coiiiplete surprise
for Lh'. .-uT^ber;:. That snlendid festival is still vividly reneribored by
everyone v;ho participated.

Jjiother fjenial son.;: leader, ".;ho alivays collaborated v;ith the or^a:iizor of
the sonr:: novenent, v;as also able to celebrate a jubilee soon after;vurds.

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I^ The "'estor of the Chicago choral JiroctorG, 3n3tav 'Jiirhorn, lasld his

fiolden iubilee us nusic ccductor on .-i' ril .':1, 1909. He suniouxited
all difficulties and under hiz load3rsnip the sonj clubs proved very success-
ful. The clubs shov/ed their estee::. and latitude bv dvin" an imosinc ^

concert at >. rcriest va ^lall on I^over.iber 21. po

The preside^.t and the official.^- of the . orth .u.icrican .daenc^erbund ( Jin^ers*
xvlliance; ca^ie froia ull parts of the countr:: to con :ratulate ^.r. ^irhorn.
He v;as jiven a diplopia, and thus beca:;;e an honorary r.eiTtber of the .J.liance.

i"tanz ^unberc v;as also to be presentGd with this r.iark of distinction, but
refused definitely to acco: t it on this evenin^; as he did not wish to rob
his old friend and cc].ipanion-cat-ar::s of the con:.er of the sta^;e. The
diploiiia conferring; honorary iT.ei.ibership in the .-JLlic^nce v;as therefore pre-
sented to hi:r. at a riaso choral rehearsal in the presence of u huge and

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IV enthusiastic usse:.bly.

This little episode shov/s the honest, upright character of the nan -vho v/ill
alvrays be re.'.ienbered as a shinin;;.; exan^de in natt'^rs havi.i;^; to do v/ith the
popularization of 'Jernan son^s.

On June 12, 1910, the sinjers v/ere conx'ronted v;ith the sorrov;ful duty of
being pallbearers to their rounder and prosi/.ent for raany years, Pranz jnberg,
Eis mortal rei.iains lay in state in the h'orth ^ide furner Hall, ;/here he
enjoyed so many happy hours ainong the sinpo-'s, and thus his countless friends
v/ere enabled to express before the bier their final tribute in sceeches and
s ong •

Thus the nan v:hose nane v.as so affectionatly I:nov;n cxiion;: all >Ck)rnans of

our city v;as brouc-:ht to his final rostinp placj and buried ut G-raceland

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IV Cemeterv. x'l. >';^i8vin : comiiiuty iiLU^berin,; thousands constituted the
fur^erul procession.

..elcoiie Visitors

.^iue from their ov;i: regular concerts and ontertainiionts the Yereini^te
naennerchoere v;ere oxte.. as rod to ei^rich v;ith :;^r:..a:. sonjs the programs of
other asi'^ociations.

I shall oily :::ontion a i^e\: oi these nnny ro:,uD.;ls: Cn c^iuary 12, 1922,
Ja-uary 22, li;14. Laid January ^^0, 191.., tne sinc;ers tool: un uctivo part in
the fostivitics v;hich viere civen Tor uhe benerit of the local L-ostitute
veterans of the '3-cr!:ian ar^iy.

On 3\niday, .A.rch 24, 1912, a Ooetho festival ..as :'iven -t the .xiditoriun

:i:>

In ..ay, 1^14, the Gin ers of the .JLliancci purticip .tea In

the deaic'-;tion oi

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IV theatre. Cn this occusioii the nin -ors contributed several -;onys to ^

the colG>z*ation in ho:;or of 'roethe's ; oetrj. ^

The or^aniz::ition also ^an:: at the Lund (sic) .jii-^osition at the Golisouii, o
on ounday, hovenV-r PA, ICl::, v;nich ;.uo C3lebru.ted as 3er:.:an D:j^. oo

On July 12, 191o, the sinjers accerted an Invit^tio- to sin,;: at the single ^

cere.'iony of layin:: of the cornerst ..'ne for the Oe.i.^n Liu loo^le's Uo.ne

hnnex.

A5-ain they x/ere ashed to tahe ^urt in a i.ro,-ra., this tiue in coiniection
v/ith the international ul/..ipic :}nmes at -Irant :.-.r.. on .ahe - ichip:an. Here,
also, the sin^-ers gladly acceded to the rsuueat, .ipne .rin- on July jy 191a.

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I^ of the Goethe moaument at the northern end of Lincoln Park*

Again, the singers fulfilled their duty by appearing at a patriotic festival.
In 1915, during the last week of May, from May 24 to May 31, the hundredth
anniversary of the birth of Friedrich WilheLa von Bismarck, Germany's great-
est statesman, was celebrated at the Bismarcdc Garden. On every evening

several of our clubs contributed German songs to the celebration of the
festival.

More dates could be recorded, but these few may suffice to show the reader

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The Illinois Turnbezirk (Turner District) celebrated its fiftieth anniver-
sary on Sunday, May 24, 1915, at Dexter Park Pavilion. The singers of the £
Alliance were well represented and turned the festival into a veritable oj
jubilee. ^

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1/ the v;illin^*iLeo3 of the .JLliunco bo h^^lp v;ith son.^j to ^ rO;..ole a

favorable attilule tov/ard the C>er:.iarx ' /eoi:le and the G-enian culLuro.

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In ?^nite of t:ie <^\iltry t/epther, v.^hich v/'^s f=>r from ide-^l f^r ^-n entert^^inment
In n close! roon, the>*e v;?s n ^-o^^d nttendpnce ^t tlie dir,tri?t 5^en,i:rerfest of
the Wept-of-the-L-^^^ce^? He^rion of the Arbeiter-S-en.^erlo^ind von Ilord'^vnerik?^
(Workers' Sin.^inp; Association of :iorth .\jp.erica). It w-^c held --t the Vorw^erts
Turnhalle, v^hich v;pe, th.^nkj^ to the iao"oili??>t Lon of their ovm mimbers, filled
to coo-^oity. -rie :nMsic?>l '-rorT"-::. ♦ led hy the li strict director, Knrl Reckzeh,
merit- unreserved -r-='ifre. The kind of s^on^s preferre.' by the Sr^en^'^-er^j-und i?
e^senti^^ll.^'- different fro:-.i tl-e concert r''-->ertory th-^t is ^^ener-lly offered.
In the firr^t ^.l?>ce, it ir ciir-rpct-ri^.ed by >^olitic'-'l ':olorin>?.

Viev;e:i fro^n ^ ^^nrely inn^'ic?^l ?t^'^nd-^oint , the i^erform-'nce of the mnsped choirr.
"•nl the sin^^in.^ of the mixe". choir vere n .^re'^'t r\3cce«F, -^^^ f-^v «c director
Heckzeh is concerned. He conducted tlie 1 -^r.-'-e body of s-in^^er? vith iripstr^rful
i?kill, .-^nd knew r.ov to dr^v out the beauty of the 9on>S'r,. All refinernentc of

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choir singing were observed to the last detail. Especial emphasis was laid

by the director upon good pronunciation; it v;as possible for the attentive

listener to understand every word, ilie director v.as fortunate in having

vocal raaterial which vjas good and, in certain passages, actually excellent. ^.

The maennerchor sang "Kroent den Tag," by Kurz, and "Die nene Zeit," by Boese; ^-^

the Franenchor sang "7/ahrheit, Freiheit, Eecht," by Eunice, and "0 Freiheit, 'f^

hoechstes Gut," by Lock; the :nixed choir sang "Die L^acht der iv^usilc," composed

by the director, "Im LxOrgenrot," by Uthiiiann, and "Die Internationale," by

Degejrber.

Further interest was aroused by the appearance of two pianists, Alvena Heckzeh
and Kathryn Anderson, who demonstrated a considerable measure of technical
skill, and a sound concept of the spiritual values of the compositions. They
gave, as piano duets, Beethoven's "Serenade," "Le Revuer," by Arensky, and
"Malaguena," by Locdana, As accompanists of Reckzeh's choir composition
"Die Iklacht der Musik," they demonstrated a delicate sensitivity and excellent
taste. The solo part in the last-named composition v/as most ably handled by

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the soprano singer, Else Nimtz.

At the oaengerfest there v. ere delegations from St. Louis, kilvjaukee,
Springfield, and Davenport. The secretary of the Bund, Carl Mayer, v;as given
a banquet the preceding evening, in vhich the nine Chicago organizations
affiliated v;ith the i^rbeiter-Saengerbund participated. The plans and arrange-
ments for this successful Saengerfest lay in the hands of the chairman,
Joe Kunst; the district secretary, F. Hesterling; the treasurer, Heinrich
Hoffmann, and the financial secretary, Jean V/urskH.

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Sonntagpost (ciunday Edition of ribendpost) ,

June 9, 1935.

SCHl'/ASBISCHE S/J!lNaEHBUl\rD HOLDS ELECTION

The Schwaebische 5aengerbund held its semiannual meeting last Friday in the ^

course of viiiich the presiding vice-president made the announcement that Presi- ng

dent Vj'ilhelm iviaurer, who has served the organization for tv.enty-three years, o

is now going to retire from office because of ill health; also, that another '^

secretary v;ould have to be elected because i^x. Richard Loritz, who has been S
secretary until now, is returning to Germany for a permanent stay»

Llr. Joe lieron, the foriier vice-president, v/as unanir.iously elected president,
and LuT. Paul Kurfess, 1718 ..Ibion street, was elected secretary. To fill
iidr. Beron^s place, j^r. George Iberle was chosen vice-president. In accordance
with the bylaw^s, the society elected ..j?. n. a. Kehberg director for another
term of six months,

After the voting, the newly elected president announced to the assembled

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members that i.j:. Llaurer had been nominated honorary president in recognition
of his services, i^t the saiae time i.jr. i..aurer was given an artistically carved
gavel and a diploma, -tis a token of gratitude and recognition l^r. Moritz was ^
given a fountain pen and pencil set ingraved with his naine. The two recipients -p
expressed their thanks briefly. g

Fvora nov; on, the regular singing session will take place every i^'riday night :^
at 8 o* clock at the Lincoln Turner Hall. "^^

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AUROR/i MAErfl^ERG^SMGYEHEIN

On the occasion of its last business meeting, whicti was attended by thirty-
four active singers, the recently founded Aurora Maennergesangverein (Men's
Singing Club) unanimously voted to Join the Saengerbund des Nordwestens
(Singers* Association of the Northwest).

The president of the Saengerbund, Mr* Wehrwein of Chicago, explained the pur-
poses of the Bund* Because of existing conditions, he regards the merger of
German organizations as an urgent necessity* Mr. V/ehrwein advised the organi-
zation to join one of the large associations now in existence (Saengerbund des

Nordwestens, Nordamerikanicher Saengerbund, etc*), and so to come in contact
with other German organizations*

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UTTITCD LIALE CIIGHU:-3SS OF CHICAGO

The board of directors of the United nale choruses of Chicago announces:

"We take this means to announce that our special train (New York Central R.R.)
to the sincers^ fest leaves Sunday, June 9 at 10 A.M., from the Ea Salle Streat
station, Tan Buren and LaSalle Stree-os. Stops will be made at the Englewood
Station, Sixty-Third Street and Wentv/orth Avenue, and at South Chicago, Ninety-
Second Street. Tlie train arrives at Gary at 11 A.IJ. A round trip ticket costs
sixty-five cents. On the return trip the follov/ine New York Central trains may
be used: Leave Gary at 11:27 P.M. or 12.25 A.M. The hours indicated are day-
light saving time.

"At the time of the concert, the district flag of the Indiana Saenger District
will be solemnly presented to the Gary Liederkranz. The dedication ceremonies
will be preceded by a parade of flags. \:e urgently ask our organizations to
take their flags v/ith them, so that the parade may be a powerful demonstration
eulogizing the German song.

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1 "The concert begins at 3. 30 P.M. In the Miraiaar Ballroom, Kadlson and Fo\ir-
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"Karl Kraenzle, secretary'* ^

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost), Jiine 2, 1935*

DEUTSCH VCELOSCIISR EVENING .^T LAKE SHORE AIELETIC CLUB 2

Uie Bund of the Friends of New Germany have arranged for Saturday, June 8, r^
a Deutsch Yoelkischer (German national) evening at the Lake Shore Athletic -o
Club, to V7hich all Germans of Chicago are invited. o

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A festive orchestra composed of the combined bands of the Bund, under the §
direction of 2. Hennecke, ivill give a concert of German masters. Noted
artists have been engaged for the evening.

Arias from Tannhaenser and ^'Die Freisehultz" v/ill be given by the German
singer Frau Ellen Wilson IJeibes from the city playhouse of Duesseldorf . The
'^Second Polonaise," by Liszt, for piano and orchestra v/ill be played by the
concert pianist Envin Goerlitz. It is the intention of the Bund to prove
by this concert that Germans stand in first place culturally.

Follov/ing the concert there v:ill be a great ball. T.'/o orchestras (on tv/o
stories) v/ill provide the music.

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Various groups vxill give old and new dances, and every guest v/ill get his
money's worth.

Following is the program:

First Part ^

1. Overture to the opera "Undine" Lortzing,

2. V/elcoming address by the organization leader, T. tliller

3. LCinuet Beethoven,

4. Dich, tenure Halle, Grulss ich wieder Wagner,

(Soprano solo, Frau Ellen Wilson)

5. Nibelungen Flaramenzeichen • V/agner

Second Part

6. Entrance of flags and groups,

7. Star-Spangled Banner ^* ^^^*^ ^^^^^

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8. Festive address,

9» Deutschland song (first verse )•
10 • Unsere Fahne flattert uns voran (march)
11* Horst V/essel song (first verse)
12# Exit of flags and groups to the strains of Army roarch 113.

Third Part

13. Overture to the opera "l.'arriage of Figaro" ••••••• llozart

14. Polonaise No. 2 for piano and orchestra, Liszt, (Soloist: Herr Erv/in GJorlitz)

15. llilitary march. ••.••..•.•.•. Schubert

16. V/ie nahte mir der Schlummer, aria fron the opera "Die Freischultz,"
E. II. von V/eber. (Soprano solo: Prau Ellen Wilson Meibes)

17. Reminiscences of von V/eber

18. Grand ball.

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SOUTH SIDE I'^VS CHORUS

At the behest of the committee, Director E^anz 'leidel of the South Side Men^s
Chorus makes the follov/ing announcement to the \bendpost:

•*It almost appeared, last Saturday night, that v/e had found ourselves in the
primordial forest on the Kankakee river instead of at the entertainment of the
South Side Men*s Chorus at the South Side G-erman House. Only an assortment
of brov/n bears and opossums was lacking.

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**In keeping with the various efforts of the.coLimittee, especially with respect ^3
to the decorations, the atendance was large (sic). No one thought of going
home before the hour designated by the police. They all hoped that the organi-
zation, popular as it is, would frequently arrange such easygoing, genuinely
German entertainment So**

.Joendyostj Dec. 3, 19-34.

The '3oGan{:Teroin ^ arj'.ioiiie (Kar:;iony Jincii^^^^ oocioty) anc". the Concordia

ilaeiiiierchcr (Ix.le Chorus) r;ave a joint concert yestov^livj at the Lincoln

Turner hcill, 1005 Jivorooy Yavkvmy. Tlio concert vjas excellmit, and will

lon^; be reiieiribored by tjie rxmy people v/ho ;:ere precont, ;3oth r>in:;inc

societies are under the e::cGllont leadershi::; of It. llarl rceckzeh. *oj

The first number on the procran v/as BeethcvenV: '^Oie Hirinel ?.uehraen/' suiio
by a nass chorus conpcs3d of both societies. This vras folj.ov;ed by 3chubert's
''.;ie ;choen bist ya'\ ..t tho end or the concert they offered 3iehl*s "lis
ZOiZ der !laien-.;ind" an^' Bauir.nn's "IZorsaren-'esan::*'.

That these nurfoers I'/ere received -/ith full api:reciation i-jzis shov/n by the

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enthusiastic applause c^iven the siii'^ers.

Oontianiii^ the shillfull;' arra ^^3e•:l pro::ra:.:, the '>c3aii;:verGia hariiiouie sane ^

Orth^s ^'.;eni"L man vom liebston sch-iden imiss" and Jchmoelzor's "Kor.n Lieb nit 5

in die Gondel'\ 'rlie Orrlicus LI: ennerchor 2un,: 3picher*s ''In Grase taut*s" and ^

Gerichft's ".;ach auf, du schoene iraevLieinri.*'. r-*

It vxiS apparently difficult for the audience to deter::iiae the respective raerits o

of the tvx) cho rases, and so they did not stint tlieir applause for cither. Both \^

or::anizations did v;ell, and proved that tlieir nembers foster ueri(i:ai song, not ^
only vath (gladness and joy, but also v/ith understanding;; and talent.

Joe Keller, Jr., soloist, V7ith his pov/erful yet flexible baritone voice, con-
tributed nost enjoyably to the concert* I'irst he san^: rjounod's "Valentines
Gebet," then Pins^^ti's "I foar no foe". So v/ell were these nunbers received,
t;iat he had to consent to an encore before the concert could proceed. Tlie piano
acconi:ianinients of i'rau i^echseh vjere e:^ocuted v;ith lier usual skill.

Abendpost, Dec, 3, 1934 •

Rieineier's orchestra desorverj nuch TDraise and credii; for the iactruMental part
of the pro;::raia.

A cay ball, uliich lasted .several hou3.»3, concludo'I the eveniii:;:..

The fest cor.inittee v:as composed as foliovjs /^anslator's note: IlaLies oiaitt:^!

in translation/.

The preso_.t officers of the Gesaajveroiu liarr.Dnio are: I^eriacinn i-oesiCKS,
president; Charles r-attlocl:, vice-president; Lur.o Sievortsen, r-^cordinj secre-
tary; Otto Huelsmn, financial secretary; Ilax limii^Qy treasurer; Paul l^ischstelt,
keeper of the archives; y. iiber, vice-conductor.

The Orpheus Aaennerchor is inana:;ed by the follov/inc officers: './. Franl-cel,
president; J. :,. . filler, vice-president; .^. Henso, corresix)ndinG secretary;
V/m. Christr.iann, recordinr; secretan^ Jolui ocholtes, treasurer; G. iCrap,

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keeper of the archives, and Joe Keller, vice-conductor* :^

After the opening number, the presidents of the two organizations cordially ^

welcomed the audience and expressed the hope that all guests v/ould spend r;

a few enjoyable hours with the Hanaonie and Orpheus singers, and would not gg

fail to con© to future concerts* 2

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CONCERT OF THE LiiDIES* CLUB »^LORELEI"
Successful Performance Directed by Ludwig Lohmiller

What the Ladies Chorus ^Lorelei" offered its audience yesterday, at its con- ^

cert in the Northwest Hall, was the best proof that the still relatively 5

young chorus has serious ambitions, and that it had diligently rehearsed un- cr^

der the experienced direction of its conductor, Ludwig Lohmiller. The Lorelei P

group has reason to be satisfied with the success of its concert. ^

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The host organization first sang two a capella choruses— Beethoven's 'Tlymme

an die Nacht" and Becker's "?/aldesrauschen'* — with good voice quality and clear

pronunciation. One could notice that the conductor had his singers well in Di

hand, and that they followed his leadership willingly. Lohmiller* s arrangements

of Schaefer's ''Die Post in Walde" and Penschel's 'Tlosenwalzer'' were sung by the

ladies, with orchestral accompaniment. They were received with merited applause.

Four men's choruses, sin^^ing under Director Lohmiller, kindly offered their

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co-operation, and coxitributed their ..hare to the succe.:3 of' the eveniiv:. The

'./est Side Saenc/arkrcinz sunf "J-.ose _ c-.rie/' by ..uahlbdrr, and '^-heln haube/' "i:^

by Sonnet; then, .joined m a iia..s chorus by the Prioi: Dluu o: tiie soutii Side, >-

the liliahursi: iV:eii's choiois, and tne Youni;: L.'en's chorus, tiiey sanr^ Bren's '^

"Sonnta^- isii's'^ ana Zcellnbr's 'Vz.ii.kehr'^. Tinally, topether vjit.i tha host or- an- C

ization, they iTive the ''Gluecksv/alzer,'' I'roir: Giloert's Ta, ^c'-o Princess-* — another "^

special Lo.j. idler arranrenen-c. p

The sinf-ers oi* the foui- or£-anizations named, to^rether V'ith the !Ri>?hard '.'af-ner
men's chorus, under the diruccior. of Llax Schuh, offered their best by sinpinr:
C'Hara's "Die Jchoene Zeit der I.:inne" and Ulrich's ■'haiin ich naschen*'. The
applaU'se they received v;as v;ell deserved.

Gerry .7itt, only 19 years old, son of the vvel}-knov/ii sin-er and forner president
of the sinrinf section of the Gerina:^ Aid Tiund, Carl ;itu, turned out to be a
quite proni.sinr basso; the younr; j^ian san,^: two sonrs with a 7.rell-t rained,
clear voice. Bardeleben's o:i*chestra acouitted itself v;el] a;- u^ual first bv

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playing the acconpaniments, and later by furnishing excellent dance music.

Besides the organizations mentioned, which "Cook part in the p3X)graia, there

should be mentioned the Concordia Ladies' Singing Society, the German-Hungarian ~

Ladies' Chorus, the Saxonia Ladies' Organization, the Swafcian-Badensian Ladies' Z^

Society, and the Swabian Sick Aid Society of the South Side. They were all ^

well represented by their officers and members. 2

The president of the Lorelei Club, Frau V/ittinger, made the quests cordially i:^
vielcone later in the evening, thanking them, and particularly the organizations ^
which had lent a hand in co-operation. A beautiful wreath of autumn flowers was
given her by Frau V/itt.

The committee which arranged the evening in such a successful manner was composed
of the following ladies: Frau iVittinge:-, President; Frau Witt, treasurer; Frau
Lohrailler, secretary; Frau Ackerber^, Frau Preuss, Frau Schoenke, Frau Relieu,
Frau Wetorsky, Fraeulein Blind, and Fraeulein Kampf.

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HARLEM WKN»S CHORUS IN FCRTT-FOURTH

ANl^VERSARY CONCERT

Program under Direction of Reinhold V/alter

The Harlem Men's Chorus last night celebrated its forty- fourth anniversary
with a musical program at the ,Vest Park Masonic Temple. The program was
notable for its brevity, and for the prompt execution of the numbers. It 2
bore eloquent witness to the striving of the men and women singers who are
devoted to the German Song. The concert was held under the sponsorship of I
the Almira Ladies* chorus, and under the sole direction of Conductor
Reinhold Walter. Both organizations have, in Herr .Valter, a director of ii
serious ambitions who is able to produce choral performances quite above the h
common level. Yesterday's concert gave proof that success may be had when- y
ever a chorus puts itself completely under the spell of its leader. ^

Beschmitt's song, •'Ossian,** with orchestral prelude, was sung a cappella by
the Harlem Men's Chorus in an appealing manner, and brought forth hearty

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applause* The solo part was in the capable hands of Adolf Schnaeble* Then
followed the Almira Ladies' Chorus with Wengert's "Sonntagsfeier'* and
Waldmeister*s **Sennerd Abend staendchan,** which latter was given with piano
accompaniment* The latter song pleased the public because of its charm^ and ^
had to be repeated in part* A trumpet solo by the orchestra conductor, ^
William Hebs, likewise called forth much stormy applause that the soloist o^
had to consent to a few encores* P

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Max Seitz, the gifted tenor, sang **Auf Fluegeln des Gresanges** and **Dear old o
pal of mine*** After him came the Harlem Men's Chorus again, this time with \^
the English song ••The Old Spinning Wheel, '^ by Hill, and **Zieh mit," by ""
Angerer* The contrast between the two songs was so strong that it could
scarcely escape any of the audience how inferior the average English song is,

compeared to the German, with respect to beauty of sound and musical effort*
The dimaz of the concert came with the singing of the ^'Muelhe in Schwarzwald , **
by Silortierg* It was sung by a mixed chorus, with orchestral accompaniment;
the audience was hi^ly elated, and was glad to have a partial repetition*

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The president, Carl Brunns, welcomed the guests of the fest, and presented a
scroll of honor to the singer, Engelbert Zentmer, for his twenty- five-year
membership in the club. The president of the Almira Ladies ♦ Chorus, Frau
Amalie Ohlman, was presented with a bouquet by the vice-president, Frau
Schultz. Herr A. C. Welrwein, president of the Northwest Saoa^erbund, expressei
joy over the t^uccQsa of the fest, and urged the audience to participate in the
Saar demonstration next Saturday. The beautiful fest came to an close with a
gay dance.

Chief credit for the success of the fest belon^-s to the fest president,
vaihelm Ranks, and the members of the commit ,ee: Wilhelm Meier, Karl Meyer,
Adam Zeitz, and Ernst Marnudir.

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SIXTY-SET^mi AI.lJIVEP^iil.Y CONGEST OF TEUTCNIA IvIEN^S CHORUS %

Presentations of Chorus and Solists 2 '

Enthusiastically Received ^rf

On the occasion of its sixty-seventh anniversary, the Teutonia Lden*s Chorus 7^
entertained, yesterday evening, at the Genaania Club, 108 Germania Place, S
with its regular annual concert, which was a worthy sequel to its famous pred- )^
ecessors. The great hall of the clubhouse was filled vdien the Chorus opened t]
the program with "Gruss an Deutschland aus der Feme", by /ilfred Dregert, ^'
under the direction of the talented conductor, Joseph N. Moos, V/ith this number,
the singers proved that their efficiency had attained a height of perfection
which must be gratifying, both to the;iiselves and to their conductor. Later
numbers bore excellent vatness to the art with which the Teutonia Men's Chorus
can sing. The audience showed its appreciation by enthusiastic applause.

Without listing the program in detail, especial mention should be made of
'^Somiriernacht", by J. J. Brambach, sung by the quintet. Its technical diffioul-
ties were surmounted by the singers with remarkable skill. In rendering the

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familiar Swabian folk song, "Maedele ruck, ruck, ruck,'' and "Zwa Sternlan," ..^-
by Kremser, the singers displayed a modulating ability which contrasted favor- r
ably with the '^forceful exertions" demanded by certain other selections.

In its opening number, the quartet, composed of Adolph Gill, Lorenz Schlegel,
Y/illie Hess, and Albert P. Regalia, showed its power with flattering success.
Beschnitt*s '^Hoffnung" was presented in a most impressive manner, with Fred H#
Miller singing the baritone solo passages.

As soloists, the soprano Marie Heinrich, together with the baritone Fred H. Miller,
contributed their honest share to enjoyment of the concert.

Fran Heinrich first offered "Traeniae," from ;/agner*s "Tristan and Isolde," fol-
lowed by "Strampelchen," Eugen Hildnich»s cradle song. Her further offerings
consisted of "Flruahlingszeit," by R. Becker, and R. Franz* s "Sr ist gekom-
men". Despite the strains which the various compositions must have placed upon
the singers, they acquitted themselves in a splendid manner, and well deserved

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the enthusiastic ovations given them for their fine perfor.^ances.

With "Horch auf du Traeumen der Taonenforst/^ and v;ith the "Bedouin Love Song,"
by Pinsuti, Herr Miller gave the audience an enjoyable treat, which they re- ^
v;arded with sustained applause. ::^

Professor Ascan V/. Kittner accompanied i'rau Heinrich on the piano; ivliss Vera ^^
0. Gill accompanied Herr iiililler.

The concert was followed by the usual ball. Ir.

The comiaittee responsible for the success of the concert was composed of: ■-'"
C. Dorendorp, chairman of the entertainment comiaittee; E. Schreiber, secretary;
W. F. J. Schultz, L. ochlegel, ^i. LaUeller, ?. Rex, M. E. Lehman, E. Homeiser,
and Charles ^Ischwede.

The officers pro tem of the Teutonia Men*s Chorus are: Adolph Gill, president;

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Curt Dorendorp, vice-president; Erich Schreiber, recording secretary; Albert
P. Rogalla, financial secretary; V/illiam Schultz, treasurer; A. Mueller, keeper
of the archives; Lorenz Schlegel, treasurer of the Bummel*

Chairman Dorendorp made the guests v/elcome with a brief address, in which he ^
expressed the appreciation of the organization for the large attendance, which
he regarded as most eloquent proof that the Germans of Chicago still have an
active and vital interest in fostering the Grerman song.

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COlIGi^RT OF THE iJPSilL-ufDiiR i.LjIH^S CHORUS

ITotv/ithstandin;: the beaut ifiil '.veather, and althourh nian^/ other orf,anizatioiis ^

had greater fests of their ovni, the fourbjenbli annual fall concert of the Jl^

Alpenlander LIen*s Chorus, held yesterday at the Lincoln Turner Hall, drey/ p

an exceedingly good attendance. ;i short tirae after the president of the ^

crcanization, Herr Liathias jeme, opened the festivities v/ith an address, the g
{;reat hall ivas filled to capacity, v/hic)\ shov/s hov/ popular the or,;^:anization is,
in German circles.

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The guests were offered so much that thq^/ were all quit.e satisfied. The first
part of the evening wfis filled with a particularly fine program; it was opened
by the orchestra. The ^OLpenlander Llen^s Chorus next was heard in tv/o charni-
ing folk songs, which released a great burst of applause. I^iss Josephine
Druml, a soprano v/ith a beautiful and rich voice, then pleased the audience with
an aria from "Samson et Dalila," and was forced by the applause to give an

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encore.

The La Salle Ladies' Chorus, under the direction of the talented conductor,
Karl Reckzeh, sang a folk sonc and v;on so i.iuch applause that it seened as
thouch it v:ould never end« T^ie sane heartj'- applause v/as accorded the
ViTiener-V/aeldler Sincine Club, which sane cuite impress ivel;^ under the direction ^^
of H. Steinr;ietz. Both c^^o^ps had to cive encores.

Herr Joseph Lenz, a nerier of the ..Ipenlander Hen's Chorus, delighted all
present v;ith his v/onderful tenor voice. It nay also be mentioned that Ancelo
Ilppich, beinc an honorary nenber of the organization, V7a.s heard in a number
of Viennese sonf^s. Tlie first part of the fest was concluded \'ath a one-act
play dealing v;ith farii life in the mountains, Lud'.jig Steinacher, Frau R.
Portenk, Frau J. Hahoy, .^oidy ri^net, Lukas Htinter, and Ilathias Jeme acted in
the play. It u^uld not be ri;^ht to for!;et to mention the director of the
Alpenlander Lien's Chorns, Herr Ilelriut Steinifietz, v/ho conducted the program
in an ezceedin^:ly skillful manner.

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After tills treat for the ears, a ::ay ball occupied the latter part of the

evcninj. An excellent orcjiestra played ::eiiaiuely ueriiaii dance nusic, thus

giving all who v;anted to dance anple opportunity to be entertained to their

hearts* content. Irlxcellent food and drinks v;ore provided, and the festiviti':5s

could thus hold out until the earlv ..lornin^ hours in the best of moods, ^

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The fest c omit toe, active in riahir.;:; a cX^uX success of the fest, \ms com- ^

posed or the foilo-./in.- Fest president, Ricliard Portenk; fest secretarj^

Andy Pignet; fest treasurer, Joseph lleinhardt; liathias Jciae, president of

the Chorus; Lulias Ranter, secretar::; Ilenian 3charn, rdeor/; ICrentzer, John Rahoy,

Valentine Ffeifer, Konrad Sclirainrii, Tony Glaser, Tony :.Iataskov;ith, Alex

Bercer, Fred Batscher, Aur-^st Schubert, JohJi './olbart, and Fred ICader.

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GREAT FEST IN TRADITIONAL FASHION
F^l Conceirt of the Liedertafel Eintracht Vfell Attended

A band of singers from whose attitude one could see that, crfter careful prop- ^^
aration^ they were glad to be able to show what they had learned; a conductor ^^l
who, to cdl appearances, is steeped in German song; a hall filled with tense-
ly listening people; a hall whose decorations and architecture have the ef-
fect of putting everyone at ease, three soloists well worthy of attention;
a small but fine orchestra-- given all that, the Liedertafel Eintracht could
not fail to achieve success at yesterday's fall concert. The tenors wore
white gardenias, the bassos red ones. ^

Director Gustav Bemdt arranged a program which was characterized by its
brevity. THie musical numbers were performed in the best and most enjoyable
manner. The only thing to which one might perhaps take exception was that the
bassos* force at times drowned out the tenors. The old, white-haired gentle-
men of the bass section have powerful voices; two of the gifted soloists

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are numbered among the bass singers. Director Berndt has his band well in
hand. • • •

That the public was highly satisfied with what was offered was proven by the
heavy applause. The first choral number was "Morgen im ./aide"; breathless ru
quiet prevailed when the old and always beautiful "Spinn, Spirji" was sung. J^
Herr Paul Donelly sang the second verse of the song, as a solo, with his fr
trained baritone. Next, as an a cappella number, came Ziegler's ''Der Abend,"
a very dignified composition; this vas followed by the serene waltz song,
"Castles in the Air".

The selection, however, in i^rtiich the force of the chorus came into full play, cr
was the Scotch ballad, by A. Thelen, "Der Than von Dunbar," in which Herr
Donelly again sang the beautiful solo rart. The final number was "Donau-
wellen V/alzer," by Ivanovici, sung with gusto. No amount of applause,
however, could move the director to give one more encore.

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The three soloists, Herr Albert Peters, tenor, Paul Donelly, baritone, and
Fritz Mischke, basso, added much to the richness of the musical entertainment,
and all had to consent to encores. The organization may be proud to count
such soloists among its members. ^

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success of the concert, was Herr R. Borgwardt, who, towards the end of the -^ '
concert made all guests welcome. Assisting him were ./illiam 0. Conrad, ^^z
EmilKnoebel, A. V/. Fiedler, Fritz Rischke, Carl Heck, and A. Penzhorn. ^

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TYROLEAN I£EN'S AND LADIES' CHOIR

In their iisued entertaining manner the Tyrolean Men's and Ladies' Choir pro-
Tided their guests with a few pleasant hours yesterday at the fall festival
presented at the Swiss Clubhouse, 635 Webster Avenue*

Under the direction of Tony Godetz a diverse program of features both frivilous
and serious was presented and held the interest of the audience so that to
them the hours slipped by unnoticed.

The well-planned program, in which each number quickly succeeded the other,
opened with a selection by a mixed choir. This recital was well received, by
the audience— the applause was an indication of the appreciation of the <5J
audience for the care and patience with which the choir had been rehearsed by
the conductor, Herr Grodetz.

Other features of the program were the recitations by the Wiemer Schraramel

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Trio, composed of members of the organization, and a zither duet, by
Ur. and Mrs. Godetz, who took care of the orchestral part of the program.
Beside the musical treats the Tjrrolean Men^s Choir gave humor its right
place; the Bavarian comic artist, Girl Dennhofer, entertained the audience
quite well with his humorous recitals, and Herr Joseph Fallbacher, the well-
known Wurz'n Sapp (Sucker Joe) did his best to tickle the risibilities of the
audience. C-

In view of the versatile and well-performed program the performers must have f/:
enjoyed themselves, and they certainly deserved the hearty applause of the l^
audience.

The Tyrolean Men's Choir can look back with satisfaction to its fall con-
cert, because the Swiss hall was filled to the last seat yesterday. After
the concert John Krachtus' band played dance music keeping the folks together
in a Joyous mood.

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As to the success of the perf ormanc e , a festival committee, along with the
other x)erformers, ¥as responsible for the concert program. It was composed
of the following gentlemen: Joseph V/aibl, chairman; Egon Mayer, secretary;
and Louis Wastl, treasurer. The i)resident of the organization is Frank
Pringer .

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SASKQcaiBUND FRSIHSIT

The concert given yesterday by tlie Saengerbund Freiheit at the Social
Tumhalle had as its guiding motive the comraemoration of the composer
of the song of liberty and purpose, Josef Schen.

The organization shewed its reverence for one of the most outstanding
protagonists of the socialist idea by giving three of the composer's
best works. Thsy were the ♦♦Lied der Arbeit", "An die Geduld", and the J

♦•Festgesang". The last was given at the v3lose of the concert.

The theme song was taken cognizance of also in the two numbers given by the
ladies chorus composed of the Ferdinand La Salle Ladies' chorus and the
Singing isiction of the Ladies Sick-Aid Society Fortschritt. The ladies sang
"0 Freiheit, Loachstoa Gut", by Lock and ";Vahrheit, Freiheit, Secht"— the
latter being based upon the melody of the familiar folk song "Aennchen

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von Th.aren'\

Th3 ranaindar of the ^ro'rra:i 3orr.i3ted of foil: son.-^s ind otliar son:-s, all
of v/hich v;ere received v;ith ,-:reat ap;pluuse b;- the audience.

Director 'rarl 'le^rzeh took it u-^on hi::self to brea": throu^-Ji the pattern unod
at such concerts, and offered a pro.^rajn ;vhich, :.ithout an:^ doubt, v;as found
pleasinp;,

''^he 3aen-^erbund Freihait and the Ladies Chorus '.'/ere Mule to ahov; Vv-hat :.ia*" be

achieved b;^' ili::ent ni-actice. "^oth ^-''^2^^ have ood vocal .aaterial in

their midst, and both shov; larks of -ood triiinin^, ^-^

A much I'lore magnificent effect vas, .aeanz/hile, achieved .;hen th 3 ehcruses
sane to'-ether, 'V.]s scheinen die 3temlein'^, '^ .as raein einst v;ar'\ "Hoeslein
in. .Jald^^, and "Der haefer una die '^.lume'*, all were received v;it 1 hearty

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a"nplausa.

The b-iss sinc^r, './illard /jidelin, v;as anr^uG^d to sin-; the solo parts; his

v;ire toov ovar tho acco.ipainnant on the piano. 'uch niiit be; said about the

art the v/ell-l-mov/n :ind popular jin :jr uses in his sinr-in.'^, r:e was in an

excallent 'lood. Profound silanca travailed \jhe-:\ his voicj ran^ out '^In

diosen hoili-:an ::allen*\ '^.3phisto*s 3eran'ida'*, and Jchubart's *» :rlko3ni-':-^\

The ".ephisto lauc'ht 'jr imst have driven so'noLhin^ of a shiver over the back

of nany a one. In a fev; -.vords, .^jidalin explained the sa<^a of tlie Jrlkoeni^ ^

to v/hich he later gave an interpretation the like of v;hich i::; seldom heard.

'-'3 actually san:'.: Dchubert. Then, as an encore, ea:io '^r-i tiefen '_c:ller sitz* ^^

ich hier^*.

The concert ./as follo;/ed b;.' the u^ual bnll. The hall proved too small to
contain all the quests. S^er:r.;here lifa 'vas in full s-vinp, and it v.-as vaite
late v;hen the last ones took their leave.

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rlio 3inci--5 3ecti n of tho iliitu'il .ad Sooiot:^ ox Cliicaro, !j.ihcu,': :Vu:.cj::
i:. :?:'^, ;■..-, ir'^il r.rr*, ;-c r before the public only seluo.i. The cono:jrt
p;3rfor~i3d last ni::-it in the J.ovan j^iu ire ■:.sonic Tonplo ..-as 3.:ocutod in 3ucn
a i^zrzi^r tn:it ^v^r-'-one :;-;ntf: t::' hear nor:: fro-i tMi c':oru3.

"hornarDn-G^jr^'^ng,'* b:' Bauntnn,
fir-'t t:70 3elecbion:5. Th^ :i':"ner in v;':iGh tlij t c oon,:s v/jrj rjndjreu shov/ed
re^'l 00-0 or. ;t ion between 3in::3rs nl t'l:; con-liictor, ,J.brjcIit ;a^njr. T'lis
i;.i^r-3S3ion '/as incro'^.sed o/ thj ::in,;;in';, of ::chub.jrt* s ''Jij hJ.clit^' and Tirist»3
^*S '•'^^'^^^'' ir^ .er 3C/\

The vocal natjninl ±3 ;:ood, and the conductor '::i3 suco333ful in his e:id-: ivor
to :;ah3 u.^3 of it.

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Tha Vorv;:;jrt3 oohilljr "'jn^a chorus :nd thj :];hi::i.f:o I;i-3i!.3rt^-if al, bot:; of
v/hich ::rcir^r3 h: V3 lljrr .JLbreclit ;a":n3r i'or t]^;ir ocnuu^tor, in .;3ll -'S
tha dal33at33 cf tho Unit3.i on*3 :Jhoru3.33, an:l3r thjir prj:->idjnt, Joe
ICalior, had tho hindnass to "riva a fav: nu ibjrn fro:i th3 ^roiiran nnd oon-
tributad thjir shara to tha ouccass of tha far.t. rhj Vor'vVaartn 3chillar
sane: ■^l.l:^3nnacht ,^ by 13jsc]r:iLt, and " ia iah so liab diah hab*,'' b^
C-ais, and tha Chica-^iO Liadartafol ::ava Egl3S» '^;.:chif I'^rstaaridchan," ;:ith
tanor solo b*' Ir^^^ and baritona aolo by Kiisar — 'loo .junta's 'V.intarliad-'.

Tha united nan* 3 chorusaa ./on honors
?ualla>ru33'' 'V/aldluft-.

:7it;i hur::' "hroant d3n Ta.^'* and

At tha closa, all tha ^in-jrs jcir.ad in "_:03aristoeh, ::oldjrbluat ," b;;

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A considerable part of the success of the concert is due to Graef*s
orchestra, offering Ger:aan tunes, as ;vell as heavy food first at the some-
what protracted opening of the concert and then between the individual
vocal recitals (sic). They acnuitted themselves of their task to the
satisfaction of all» John Frank entertained with his well-modulated,
clear voice.

The concert committee, having made preparations for the concert in such a
successful manner, consisted of the following singers: President Gustav
Theilmann, who also made the guests welcome with a few cordial words;
Georg Nuernberg; Ticket treasurer '.Villiam Derner, Emil Petter, Hans VJun-
derlich, John V/enzel and Julius Lindner.

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AID 3C3HLLJR G.'L:BR.vric:i

Toniciit at 7 p. A. tlie :iionthi7 antert anient o-' thi:^ ;3ich Ala:^ Plac}:-^ed-
aold talcas plac3 at the orr:ani'^aticn house, 1347 Ctto Street .

In response to Licin^ roiuests, this entcjrtain-ient v/ill start vith a concert.
Classical nusic, pla:^ed 07 a :uintet under the conductor dohnk, and aided
b7 Richard ^lassae, ;;ill be -iven. After .he concert there v;ill he a dance.
Adnisaion -^rice is thirt:^ conts v-jr person. .]\'er-^ or.3 is invit

<.> V-/ '4. .

?oIlcv;i::7 is the pro::raa:

1. O^eninr; :iiarch ^'Troue ill Treue**, b:^ Aeile

2. Fantasy from ^VAiusf \.y GrOimod,

3. Aun'-ari-n dances :u:-ihers 5 and 6, b;- ::]rahns.

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4. Intermezzo: '♦Bin Fruehlingstraum" , by Micheli
5# "Largo** from Xerzes**, by Haendel
6. Recitation: *T)ie Buergschaf t** , by Richard Blassee
1. Fantasy: ^^Reminiscences of Schiller's Works'*, by Johnk
8. "March of the Reich Flag", by Blankenburg.

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Abendpost, Nov, 12, 1934*

3CHLdSV/IG-H0LSTSIII S-AiHTGIJlBUlTO 0FF2R3D GOOD PZRFOBIAITGE

Svening of Strauss at Logan Square
Auditoriun v/as Coraplete Success

The concert offered Saturday night in the Logan Square Masonic Temple by
the Schleswig-Holstein Saengerbund gave rene^ved proof of the sincere striv-
ing and the diligent v/ork done by the mOxT^bers of the chorus. It also gave
proof of something r.ora, namely of performances to be achieved with a talent-
ed director and well-trained and willing singers working in harmony*

The invitations specified a Johann Strauss evening, and the light and teasing
music of the Viennese valse king dominated almost exclusively the program.
Having played the overture to ''Fledermaus,^ ;vhich was done perfectly by the
orchestra, there .vas given the first chorub. number "Geschichten aus dem
V/iener V/ald^*' with orchestral accompaniment. The quality of the singing

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and the blending of the voices were such that the singers and their choir
master, Reinhold 7/alter, may be proud indeed. V/ith what zeal and what de-
votion the rehearsals ;;ere made for this concert was shown by two more
Strauss compositions which were rendered with orchestral accompaniment.
They were an extract from tne ^Zigenmerbaron^ and, as a final valse, "an
der schoenen blauen Donan". As the only a capella choirs sang "M
schoensten bist du,". by Sonnet ard — for the seventieth birthday of the
composer — "Der Jaeger ans Kurpfalz," by Ortaegraven. They, too, were very
gratif^'-ing because of the liveliness with which they were rendered. The
second song had to be repeated.

That the Johann Strauss evening was such a huge success is to be ascribed,
aside from the perfoiraances of the chorus proper, to the fact that the
singers were aided by a good orchestra and able soloists.

Frau Gertrud Glaus s-Koehler, the soprano singer, has in recent years been
active at German concerts and on Saturday night she v;as quite heartil3r wel-

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corned on her first reappearance • She sang the czardas from "Fie derma us,''

which she rendered with artistic feeling and a well-trained voice, reaping

rich, well-fearned applause. Particularly gratifying, however, was she as

soloist with chorus and orchestra in the selection from the ''Zigennerbaron'^.

Here, as well as in the duet '♦.Ver uns getraut'* with Ernst Comielsen, her

voice showed full development. LIr. Comielsen likewise acquitted himself ^

quite well. -^

With the program finished, a festball held tha guasts together for several

more hours. It must not be left unmentioned that the program began at

8:30 P.M. and was lively throughout. Representing the consul general, ^

Dr. ^olph^ Jaeger, was secretary Keppler from the German consulate general* ^

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Abendpost, Nov. 12, 1934.

CH3E3iroL HOURS AT SV/ABL^JI UUDIES CLUB

For the celebration of its thirty-sixth anniversary festival, the well- "^
known and popular Swabian Ladies' Club held a concert yesterday afternoon
and evening, followed by a ball, at which humor came into its own, and every
one of the participants had a few pleasant hours.

Clad in the becoming costumes of their Swabian homeland, the ladies of the
administrative board, led by their president Frau Lina Renner, welcomed the
guests and took care that the affair was a success.

The program was opened with the "Raymond Overture", by Thomas, played by Bernie
Hartwig's orchestra. Afterwards, Frau Lina Renner, the president, spoke a few
words of welcome and thanked the participating organizations for their nume-
rous attendance. The youthful dancer, Sllen Schmidt, displayed a dance fantasy
to the melody of a Strauss valse, which was greatly appreciated by the audience,

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GEIMAN

which presented the artist with a beautiful wreath of flowers. She v;as
followed by the tenor, 3mil Baun, who sang " Mein Schwabenland" and '^Mein
Vaterland.'*

After two more orchestral selections, the well-known Swabian Saencerbund came
upon the stage and, under the direction of II. A. Rehberg, sung "Die Kapelle",
"Dorfreigen", and, as an encore, '^Sislein von Caub".

The ladies ♦ chorus, conducted by Herr Rehberg, sang gracefully "Schoen Slschen"
and »»Der Kuckuck**. Later in the program, Ruth and Elfriede Schlehauf delight-
ad the audience with the charming vaudeville sketch "Heidenroeslein", and won
hearty applause. The program was closed with well-known comic act "Kaltgestellt"
(put on ice), staged by Frau 3ma Beierwalter and her daughter Agnes. The ball
that followed was enjoyed by the guests for a long time.

The management of the successful affair in the hands of the president, Frau

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Lina Renner; the honorary president, Frau Frieda Zuegel; the vice-president,
Frau Louise Bemer; the secretaries, Bertha ;Vagner and Anna Schwinde.niann;
the treasurer, Minnie Moore and the other officers Gary Horn, L!arie Stall-
. meister, Caroline Fischer, 2llen Schmidt, Josephine Hartmann and Minnie
Pfaff. Besides the participating organizations, there were also represented
the SchwabenVerein, the Swabian Charity Bund, the 3".7abian-Badensian Ladies
Organization, the Swabian-Badensian //omen^s Organization #1, and the Swabian
Athletic Club.

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BayiUTIFUL aOKCJiRT C? YOUNG imV3 CHORL'3

Under the proud leadership of Conductor Ludwig Lohmiller, and with the

co-operation of several associated organizations, the Young Men's Chorus :g

last Saturday night gave a great fall concert at Noi-thwest Hall, which was :r--

exceedingly well attended. It vail remain a pleasant memorj/- to all the guests —

for a long time. '^

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As opening numbers, the organization sang ^lorgenruf", by .Vengort and ''Der 3
Lindenbaum", by Schubert, and later ^Tlinneliod^, by La Hale and "lYaldluft",
by Fuellekruss. With these, it proved that even a small chorus can be pro- :;j
ductive of something good, if it has the right zeal and good conductorship.
The applause given the singers by the audience was ;vell deserved. The ladies'
chorus "Lorelei" and the "l^^est Side Saengerkranz" were both present as guest
organizations, as v;ell as a few members of the ^Imhurst J.Ien's Chorus. The
ladies' chorus "Lorelei" sang "Llein Heimattal", by Sonnet, and "Der Geiger

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von St. Valten'^, by Orth and, as a final song '^eilchen ans Albazia" together
with the host organization and chorus accompaniment, whereas the .Vest Side
Saengerkranz gave a gay potpourri ^?7ein, 'Veib and Oasang'*, and then, together
with the Young lien's Chorus and the Elmhurst Men's Chorus, sang as a mass
chorus, the ^.latrosengrab" (mariners' grave) by Sonnet and the folk song (in S:
American) "Jolly Blacksmith''. As a testiinony to their perfoi^ance the singers,^
both male and female, of the four organizations may be told that they show r^
diligent work and sincere fostering of the GeiTTian song. ---

At the start of the program. President Fred Hofmann gave a hearty welcome
to the numerous guests that came. Among them was a delegation of the United
!Ien's Choruses, headed by their president Joe Keller. Nor did he forget,
before the final number was done, to give hearty thanks to all those —
especially to the host organization — who contributed to the success of the
program.

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As cood dance music and good rood and drinks ware provided, all guests had
a really good time, following the close of the official program (^ic), which
they spent in the midst of the men and v/omen singers. The committee which
so excellently prepared the fest, consisted of the following singers: Horst
Schneidenbach, fost president; Fred Hofmann, president of the organization;
George Keil, Kurt Rahnfeld, Hermann Heinisch, Adolf Hund, Fritz Dummert, and
George Lehner.

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Abendpost, Nov, 6, 1934.

FROHSIM^-MOZLlHr HOLDS SPEIMDID F/JX CONC^JT
Good Musical Perforjnance by the Choruses

The singing club Frohs inn-Mozart held its annual fall concert Sunday.
It was directed by Helmut Steinmetz, and was aided by numerous affiliated
organizations. It was held in the South Side Viking Temple, 6855 linerald
Avenue. It v;as effected in such a manner that ivords of appreciation are
quite in order. At the center of the concert v;as the personality of the
director, Helmut Steinmetz, conducting not only the home organization,
but also the V.lener V/aeldler Singing Club, which gave a couple of songs,
and the Germania Orchestra, whose concert was enjoyed b3^ everyone, as well
as the dance music which followed.

Following the opening number, the overture to the opera *^i!artha" by the
Grormania Orchestic, the singers of Frohsinn-Mozart assembled on the stage
to sing the melodious V/agnerian song "Seemannstrenc'*. Here, as at the

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beginning of the second ;«irt, in which they played ♦^eimatrosen^, by
Opladen, and "Die Auserwaehlte", the choral sinking was v;ell blended and
the songs effective, because these songs v;ere familiar and because they
were supercharged with affection and a bit of humor. Earned applause came
from the audience. The V/iener ./aeldler Singing Club chose two popular songs,
'*Here ist Trumpf** and "Seifenblasen", which were very well received. Led
by their director, L. Lohmiller, the Arion male chorus of the South Side
offered the li(^t-v;inged sonp: '^V/aldlusf* by Fuellerlopuss in a lovely manner.

Besides these two organizations the 0. V. Calumet, under J. Ilemmelsheimer
gave a couple of songs, "Heute scheid^ ich" and ''Rheinreise'^. The concert
was closed by q song with orchestral accompaniment, by Frohsinn-IIo^^art. It
was intended to crown the whole concert and won the appreciation of the
audience. Pleasant additions were the songs of the tenor soloist, Rudi
llartini, who sang Lowe's *n?om der Reiner", and a melody from the tune
film "Laughing heirs". As an encore he sang the Gipsy song from "Countess

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Maritza** displaying, as he sang, good talent and training. Attar the
concert was a sedate ball, which kept the guests together still longer*
That the affair ;vas a success is to the credit of the fast coraraittee, v/hich
was composed of the folloiving gentleiT.en: 0. W. Roesler, chairman; Joseph
Moeller, treasurer; G. Roesler, secretary; and committee members Hermann J.
Friesenhahn, Justus Emme, C. Schultz, Stanley Plitzka, Wilhelm ?rost,
Andrew Friedrich, Hermann \\\ Friesenhahn, 3;mst Tiegs, ;Vilhelm Stahlheber,
and Rudolf Zimmermann*

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FALL CONCHOT OF TEE GEIIGACX) IvIAIJDOLIN ORCffi:STR\

Hall of the Logan Square Ilasonic Tc^mple filled ^

If Paul Klein, the director of the Chicago Mandolin Orchestra, promised the
audience of the spring concert in the V/icker Park Hall that a quite different
performance would be given at the fall concert, he kept his promise completely ^
and utterly* If, at that tL'ne, the concert was a hit, the concert of last
Sunday nay be said to have been a anash-hit.

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There are three things which distinguished this exceedingly active organization:
The brevity of the program, the good quality of v;hat is presented, and the
attitude of the audience toward the members of the organization playing at
the concert.

The program contained no more than ten numbers, and ;vas completed within the
space of an hour and a half. The individual numbers, on the other hand,

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were presented with such care and such musical insight that the director ^

deserves a flattering tastLTionial* All of it was given in a pleasing ^

rhythm. Witness of the diligent exercises were some particularly difficult >r_

passages in the '♦Pizzicato Polka '% by Strauss. r-

IVhat was quite soothing was that the public sat in silence in spite of the y^
very thronged hall, so that one could give hL^fiself undisturbed to the enjoyinent • '^
of the performance. So, for instance, when the harpest, Frau Llarie Ludwig,
engaged as solo player, played tha '^lielody^, by Thomas, it became so still
at the end that the drop of a pin .vould have been heard.

With the great overture to Salvetti's »'Poesia Alpestra'* the concert assumed
a classical form, thus giving proof that the orchestra is more than able to
play works of this nature with expression and with purity of tone.

Then came the familiar "Humoresque^, by Dvorak and the "Hungarian Dance #5",
by Brahams. After;vard they played the triumphal march from **Aida",

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^Spring Beautiful Spring*^ by Lincke, and the "Pizzicato Polka" already-
spoken of.

7/ith the "Salut d» Amour", by Klgar, and the march "I^Iit Lante und Fiedel",
the concert came to a close. Upon receiving the roaring applause, the
director allowed himself to be moved to play two more additions. If the
public had its way, the artists — if v/e may call them that (sic) — v/ould have
had to continue playing for hours.

Frau Ludwig, solo harpist, undoubtedly had a large share in the success of
t'he concert. Needless to say that the lady handles the instrument like a
master. All hope she will play again at th© next concert to be given by
the organization. The greatest Lmpression v;as, without a doubt, made by the
wonderful technique and the deep artistic feeling she displayed in her ren-
dition of "Yalse Caprice", by Cheshire.

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After all, the choice of the place was a very lucky one. The Kail's
accoustics are excellent, and the equipment contributed to the festival
mood of the audience.

The customary ball followed the concert, holding the guests together for
quite a v;hile.

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Abendpost, Nov. 5, 1934.

SUCCESSFUL SOITG R3CIT.'^ OF TIE RHEIinSGIIE GSSAIIGVEHSII^

We have become used, especi-ally in the last two or three years, to expecting
something special from the Hheinische G^sangverein (i<henish Singing Society).
It is v;ell knovm that the chorus, consisting of about eighty active members,
makes a serious effort to cultivate Geiinan song, and for this reason it is with
great expectation that people go to the concerts which the Society gives from
time to time. And yesterday* s concert, held in the great hall of the Genneinia
Clubhouse, v;hich v/as filled to capacity, came up to expectations. The well-
balanced prograia was carried out in a ivay ivliich was a credit to the director,
Jean Brodescer, as well as to the chorus. The tv;o opening choruses, "Llein
rjheinland*' {lly Rhinelond), by Hansen, and "Untreue" (Unfaithfulness), by Gluck,
gave evidence of the careful rehearsing tiie chorus had done during the six months
that had passed since the spring concert. This first impression was strengthened
when the chorus — it v;as necessary to charxge the order of the program — sang
"Schwarzbraun Hanna" (Dark Brown iianna), by Ivl. .^iueller, and "Die Goetterreiche"

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(The Kingdoms of the Gods), by Bruckner. Both songs are new here, and v/ere

sung v/ith expression and the correct shading. The same can be said of another

composition, which has not been heard here very often, "Die Beiden Saerge"

(The l\vo Coffins), by Hegar; and of the two final choruses, "Auf Dein Vi/ohl,

Du Hheinische Iklaid" (To Your Health, Hhenisli luaiden) , by lialil^ and "Vialdeinsamkeit"

(Forest Solitude), by oendel. The applause was so great that the singers had

to give an encore. For this they selected, "Innsbruck, Ich LIuss Jich Lassen"

(Innsbruck, I must leave thee), by Juengst. This was the conclusion of a concert

which will long remain in the memoiy of its listeners.

Three soloists shared in the success of yesterday's concert. Special mention
should be made of the well-known German tenor, Frederick K. Mueller, who dis-
played great artistry in singing "l/alters Preislied," from "Die x^^eistersinger";
as well as "Dein 1st Mein Ganzes Herz," by Lehar, and "Sangeslust." The sing-
ing of the last song, whose composer is none other than Director Brodesser,
gave the guests the welcome opportunity to applaud both the singer and Llr.
Brodesser.

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Another soloist was the pianist, Arthur Lang, of whom the Society raay well be
proud, because the artist gave a perfect rendition of three difficult composi-
tions, Chopin^s "0 Minor," Schumann's "Arabesque," and Liszt's "Liebestraveme."
Pie, also, had to give an encore.

The two artists, together with a member of the chorus, Mr. V/alter Stem, also
gave excellent renditions of the solos in the "Goetterreiche"....^

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Abendpost, Nov. 5, 1934.

SOEILLjIR LI:i2)j;Rr;iF3L HOLDS ITS F:\IL CONC::Hr

Friends of male sincinfi;, who last Sunday, on the occasion of this year's
fall concert given by the Schiller Liedertafel, filled the V/icker Park
Hall to the last seat, will long remember the musical productions, which
fulfilled the hichest artistic expectations.

The concert v/as opened with Beethoven's chorus, *'Die 3hre Gottes*'. It was
pov/erfully rendered under the leadership of the director, Reinhold V/alter,
vdth orchestra accoiui^aninent. For the orchestral part of the pro{:ram, the
Schiller Liedertafel engaged the orchestra of V/. Hebs which, after the close
of the porror.Tiance, also played for the dance. 3ev2ral a cappella numbers
bore -.vitness to the efforts and care v/ith which the musical part of the
pro{3fam was prepared by the director of the orcanization. Mrs. Sylvia
Peterson Tiller, soprano soloist, sang "jllsa's Dream" from the ooara "Lohengrin** ,
by :7agnor, and "V/idmung", by Schaman. She v/as rewarded v/ith rich applause
for her work. Following the orchestral presentation of "Auf der VJacht,"
in v/hich Merr Hebs played a trumpet solo that v;as received with approval

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Abendpost, Nov. 5, 1934.

the chorus and orchestra offered ^♦Am Altar der /fehrheit,'* by Mohr; this
concluded the elegant program that was presented with talent and artistic
taste. A ball that followed the concert brought to those v/ho wanted to
dance, especially to the young folks, hours of pleasant entertainment.

Just as the concert program took care of solid spiritual enjoyment, so did I
the host organization and its fest committee provide bodily enjoyment in T
adequate form. :;z

The committee was composed of the gentlemen: Henry KPting, president; Fritz ^
Rosen, treasurer; Reinhold Reinecke, secretary, and Kurt Reinecke, Karl
Steidle, Max Jakowsky, August Niebling, V/alter Tiller, Tony Bischoff , Max
Lane, Emil Bahnmeier, Albert Freund, and Paul M* Wagner.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Sdition of Abendgost ) ,

Nov. 4, 1934*

IHIRrY-SEVENTH AHNIVSRSART OF THE S^/IABIO-BADSNSIAN

LADIES' ORQAMIZATION NO* 1

For the celebration of its 37th anniversary, the Swabian and Badensian

Ladies' Organization No.l has arranged for this afternoon a really good

program filled with variety. It is to begin at 4 T.ll. in the great parlor j

of the Lincoln Tumerhalle, 1005 Divers ey Parkway. The Ladies' Chorus ^

'♦Lorelei'* an^ the v/est Side Saengerkranz v;ill participate under Director "^

Ludwig Lohmiller. There will also be the tap-dancors (Schuhplattler) :^

♦•D' Wilschuetzen** , numerous soloists, and Bernie Hartwig's orchestra. ^

As is customary, the fest committee has taken care of first-class feeding
of the guests and of good dance music. Admission tickets cost (presale)
thirty-five cents, at the counter fifty cents.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost), Nov. 4, 1934.

Following is the detailed program:

1. Overture: Hungarisin comic opera . Koler-Bela

Bemie Hartwig^s Orchestra.

2. Duet: "Sehnsucht nach der Aim'*,

Miss Eschbach, Mrs. Zroehlich.

3. a)Trio: 'Tiappy Kutie Kids'*

Arline, Charlotte and Joan Fisler.
b) Spanish dance

Lucille Smith

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Sonntagpo st (Sunday Sdition of Abendpost), Nov* 4, 1934.

c) Dance

Arline Fisler

4. Orchestra: Yalse, •♦lioonlight on the Hudson'^ Herman

5. Song by Ladies^ Chorus "Lorelei"

6. Recitation: "The Red-Hot Maiden."

Mrs. Alice Fisler*
?• Song by West Side Saengerkranz .
8* "Dairy Maid and Governess",

Mrs. Froehlich and Lirs. Urlich.

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9. Orchestra: Potpourri of German folk songs Berger

10. Schuhplattler, Die V/ildschuetzen*

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FORrr-NXNTH AMIVSRSART OF THS SOUTH SIDE

ARION MAKNNERCJHOR

The Arion Maennerclior of the South Side last Sunday celebrated its forty-
ninth anniversary with a concert, under the direction of Ludwig Lohiailler,
in the West Englewood Masonic Temple. Mrs. William D. Peeso opened the
program with an organ solo. A brief festival speech by the president,
J. Georg Beier, was in the proper festival vein; he thanked all the guests
for coming, and mentioned the golden jubilee which is to be held next year.
Then the organization giving the festival sang "Kroent den Tag'^ and ^Srinnerun^'*
and received great applause. A baritone solo by Fritz Messthaler, which
followed was likewise applauded. Then the organization giving the festival
came onto the stage again and sang "Poeten auf der Ala/'' with !.lrs. J. Georg
Beier at the piano; this number broaght honor to the singars and to the
director.

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The Concordia Ladies' Singing Society and the Ladies Chorus Lorelei
followed with the popular melody "Heimat" and with Schubert's "Lindenbaum,''
receiving great applause. Then the host organization sang the ♦'I.Iinnelied /'
by De La Hale and ^Die '.Valdluff* by Tuellekrus* Youthful Marilyn, at the
piano, played Paderewski's 'Minuet »♦ and Wely's "I.lonastery Bells'^. She was
rewarded with rich applause and with flowers.

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A mass male chorus, composed of the Arion Maennerchor, Zlmhurst Maennerchor,
Junger Ma,ennerchor, and Westseite Saengerkranz gave a singing march, ^'Hinaus''.
It was, acccmpanied by Frau Beier at the piano, an excellent treat to the ears.

The final number on the program was an operetta in one act, arranged by the
singers Fred Karper and Ludwig Lohmiller, under the title ''V/iedersehn am
Rhein'*. Ihe stage represented the ♦♦V/eingarten zur Rebenlaube" (Vineyard
under the grape vine) and in this vineyard singers, as well as other people,

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assembled for the gay harvest festival on the Rhine, The act was well
done; special applause was siven the individual son^s of the singers, Fred
Karper, Fritz Messthaler, and Georg Beier.

The rest of the night was spent with nusic and dancing in the lower hall,
for which the singers and Conductor Phillip Mohr provided splendid music.
Kitchen and cellar took care of the bodily well-being of all guests.

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Abendpost, Oct. 29, 1934.

CHICAGO ZITEER CIUB

V/ith its fall concert and the ball that followed it, the Chicago Zither
Club yesterday once more achieved a new success, of which it may rightly
be proud. Thanks to the popularity of the organization which lives up
to what it promises, many lovers of good music from all parts of the city
arrived at an early hour, so that shortly after the concert started there
were only a few seats left in the great hall of the Lincoln Tumhalle.
Truly, no one of the guests was disappointed.

The program included a large selection of pearls of most beautiful music,
so that everyone in the audience got something to his taste.

As host, the Zither Club, led by its talented director, Joseph Waldherr,
opened the program with three samples of what it could do and received
hearty applause. Only further encores could satisfy the audience.

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The succeeding numbers fared equally well* A double quartet of the Zither
Club was heard later, and was given a fine ovation. So did the Chicago-
Mandolin Orchestra, led by its director, Paul Klein.

The saine may be said of the singing club Erinnerung, under the direction
of its conductor. In short, the musical part of the program went along
gaily and successfully, proving that the players are equal to difficult
classical recitals.

A gay ball followed the concert, and an excellent orchestra provided the
music. Those who wanted to dance found ample opportunity to tire themselves
out by dancing, especially when genuine German waltzes brought the right
mood to thw. An excellent kitchen took care of the bodily needs; also,
there was a well-supplied bar. That the enjoj^ment of the occasion lasted
until the early morning hours astounded nobody.

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Abendpost, Oct, 29, 1934.

Ttie festival committee, under whose direction the preparations were made,
and which deserves the gratitude of the organization for the success of
the festival, was composed of the following gentlemen and ladies: Festival
president, Gabrie Jung; secretary, I.I. Blast; treasurer, 0. Mackh; admission
tickets, Frau M. Hafner; F. Happold, v;. Mackh, K. Woehrmann, V. Hafner,
J. Holz, II. Schoelz, F. Maywald, W. Tegtmeier, Frieda Eichmann, and Miss
S. Ilackh.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) ,

Oct. 28, 1934.

FALL CONCERT -Uffi BALL OF STraL\IT LADES' CHORUS

Today, Sunday, the Styrian Ladies' Chorus holds its annual fall concert
and ball in the Social Turnhalle, Belmont Avenue and Paulina Street, to
Ti^ich all Germans and their friends are cordially invited. It is scheduled
to begin at 4 P.M., and the admission fee is fifty cents at the ticket
counter. Presale tickets at forty cents can be obtained from the fest
secretary, Miss M. Bieschke, 3511 North Seeley Avenue.

The organization giving the festival will offer several homeland songs and
a humorous operetta ''Die Dirndlbirsch" (lass chasing). It will be pro-
duced by the lady singers under the old direction of H. A. Rehberg.

The two daughters of the director were prevailed upon to be the soloists
and entertained by singing a number of songs. The male chorus Erinner-

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ung, likewise singing under Rehberg, has promised to participate, Ludwig \^'^
Schwarz will supply the music, and care has been taken to provide the best ^^"^^
in food and drink at moderate prices •

The detailed program is:

!• Overture,

a) Die Shrenwache Julius Zehnhard

b) Zampa Herald

L* Schwarz, orchestra.
Z. Choral numbers,

a) Sehnsucht nach den Bergen Abt

b) i\m Bruennelein Kraemer

Styrian Ladies' Chorus
Z. Choral numbers,

a) Zu Ruedesheim in der Drosselgass* Kraemer

b) Der Spielmann Kraemer

Singing Club Erinnerung

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4. Song

a) Gruss aus Oberinntal ..... Cursh Buehren

Soprano: M. Bieschke; Alto: Poly Flade, and the

Styrian Ladies' Chorus.
5« Duets

a) Die Schwester Brahms

b) Dein ist mein ganzes Herz, from the operetta

Das Land des Laechelns Lehar

c) Der Stefansturm Lenkauf

Irma and Esther Rehberg.
(At the piano: Harry von Sloeten. )

6* Selections from the opera "Faust", arranged by Seredy Gounod

Orchestra

7. Song

Yalse, "Die Mur" Bluemel

Styrian Ladies' Chorus

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8. Mixed Chorus V^

a) Heimchens Abendlied Uthmann "-— -

b) Hochalam Deandlan .Koschat

Soprano: K, Eikemeyer; Alto: A. Schweiglar, and Chorus.

9. Potpourri: Beim Henrigen • • Komzack

Orchestra.

10. Musical Play

Die Dimdlbirsch Dietrich

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost ] ^

Oct. 28, 1934.

WISNER-Y/ASLDLSR SINGERS CEIEBRATE FIFTH ANNIYiSRSAHT

As the only German Singing organization in the southern part of the city,

the Wiener-?Viaeldler Singing Club cordially invites all friends and country- :|

men to its anniversary festival which takes place today in the Liberty Hall, ^

817 East 98nd Street. p

Conscious of having always done their duty as German singers, the members of ^

the organization giving the festival indulge in the justified hope of being -:

able to welcome a full house on this day. This the more so because all 3:

preparations for a varied and interesting program have been made. i

The concert is under the direction of the well-known conductor, Helmuth
Stelnmetz. In a humorous scene, "Sin Liebesabenteuer in der Sennheutte"

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(a love affair in a cowherd's cottage), Miss Grethe Tabors ky appears as a
pretty dairy maid, Michael Geiger as the man from Berlin who }aiows his
onions, and Mrs, Ema Loose as his jealous spouse. Even elsewhere, humor
asserts itself in abundance. Of course, the best of care has been taken
to give the guests good treatment.

Special notice is given that the doors of the hall will be opened at 3 P.M.
and that the program starts at 4 P.M. sharp. Admission fee at the ticket
office is fifty cents, but presale tickets may be obtained at thirty-five
cents at the Buerger Feuchtinger Hall, 5159 S. Ashland Avenue, at the South
Side Ballroom, 302 V/est 47th Street, at Mr. Kolaritsch»s, 4430 Wentworth
Avenue, and from all members of the organization.

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Abendpost, Oct* 22, 1934.

RADIO HOUR OF THE SASNGSRBDND A GSiiiAT SUCCESS

As usual among the Schivabs, a cheerful sentiment prevailed at the variety-
night of the Swabian Saengerbund which took place Saturday night at the
Lincoln Turner Hall, 1050 Diversey Parkway, and it was not surprising that,
at the beginning of the performance, there was no seat available in the
spacious hall; many of the late comers had to be satisfied with standing
room.

The Swabian singing bund gave its evening of entertainLient the form of a
radio hour in which, in quick succession, a program rich in variations was
given, from beginning to end it held the audience in tension, bringing the
performers rich, well-merited applause. After the singing of two German
songs, •'Die Rosenuhr" and '•Das Echo", by the well-trained chorus of the
organization, t^uided by their director, H. a. Rehberg, the program was
unfolded as each number was announced separately and skillfully by Herr

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Richard Moritz. Serious recitations, musical numbers by the radio orchestra
of Bernie Hartwig, songs by the quartet, and various vocal solos succeeded
one another. Numbers in the Swabian style were not lacking. They met with
the special approval of the audience. Interspersed between the performances,
came announcements about markets and sports, all in a humorous vein. All
who participated in the program, members of the Swabian singing bund, did
their best to guard the reputation anjoj^ed by the organization for its
entertainments, and even to add to it. For the planning and execution
of the program, the foUo^-ving gentlemen deserve special credit: Bernie Hartwig,
3mil Baum, I^ax Diebold, and Anton Iberbe.

The 0»ny-sided variety program was followed by a dance in the halls of the
Lincoln Turner Hall. That the necessary refreshments v/ere not missing is
only natuial. All in all, the Swabian Saengerbund has reason to look back
with satisfaction upon the evening. The efforts of all participants, who
gave their best, were well rewarded by the success of the evening. The

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same applies to the merabers of the entertainment committee, who took care
that the evening passed smoothly. The entertainment committee, which
spared no labor or effort, was composed of these gentlemen: George Iberbe,
chairman; Bernie Hartwig, Emil Baum, Richard Scheerle, Karl Hunold, Adolph
Klockler, Ernst Degenf elder, and Anton Iberle.

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AbendpQSt> Oct. 22, 1934.

ARION MALiC CHORUS GIVES SUCCESSFUL CONCEHT

The Arion Male Chorum of the North Side has reason to be satisfied with
the success of yesterday*s fall concert. An audience in festive mood
and eager to applaud filled the freat hall of the Lincoln Turnhalle.
They enjoyed the presentations offered by their hosts under the qualified ^.
leadership of Director H. A. Rehberg, also by several affiliated singing organi-
zations, the tenor Lorenz Boon, and Bernie Hartwig*s orchestra.

The concert was opened with the dignified comic opera overture by Kela Eela, ;i.
by the orchestra under the personal direction of Herr Hartwig. The further .?
presentations by the orchestra and two songs b:^^ Lorenz Boon and his well- ^
trained voice found lively applause as they injected a welcome diversion
into the program.

The main part of the program was of course handled by the host chorus,
which acquitted itself as usual, in a laudable manner. As to the number of

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active singers, the North Side Arion may not be one of the strongest sing-
ing clubs, but its singing material is good, and Director Hehberg managed
to get out the best in them* There was continuous contact between director
and singers, and thus success was certain. The Ladies' Chorus Lyra, like-
v/ise under Rehberg's direction and well known for its achievements, along
with the Ambrosius Male Chorus under its vice-director Joseph Keller, and
with the Ililarion Male Chorus, young and quite able — singing three songs
in the language of the country — all did their best to bring about the
success of the concert, and deserve full recognition*

The festival was well prepared in other ways, too, for which principal
thanks are due to the fest committee consisting of the following gentle-
men: Ernst Durant, chairman; P. J* Metzen, secretary; August Haag, treasur-
er; Hettinger, John Mosch, and Emil Lletzel. Added to them is — by dint of
his office — the president of the organization, George Maier, who took this
occasion to thank Director Rehberg, who had served this choir faithfully
for thirty-three years, and to present him to the guests of the festival*

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Soimtagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost ) ^

Oct* 21, 1934*

CONCSRT OF THE COLUMBIA LADIES' CHORUS

For the concert given this afternoon in Father Perez* clubhouse, 6710 South
May Street, by the Columbia Ladies' Chorus, directed by Llax Schuh, a varied
program has been arranged, with the co-operation of many affiliated or-
ganizations and well-known soloists, and will please all tastas*

At the same time, care has been taken to give first-class hospitality to
the guests, also for gay dance music for the ball which is to follow the
concert* The program .vill begin at four o'clock in the afternoon, and the
admission price is thirty-five cents per person.

The detailed program is as follows:

1* a) Hab' Sonne Sm Her z en Carl Schiebold,

b) Wer in des Anderen Augen liest Carl Welhelm,

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Sdition of Abendpost). Oct, 21, 1934,

(Adapted for ladies' chorus by \y. Schulz.)
Columbia Ladies* Chorus of the South Side.

(Director: Tegtmeier)
2. a) Minuet • Mozart

b) Air: Anvers de Toi Bach

c) The Bee • • Schubert

Cello Solo: William Williams •
(Member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra)

3« a) Die Spinnerin S. Krannig

b) Der Jaeger aus Kurpfalz(?ollc song adapted by Wilh. Knoechel)
Columbia Ladies' Chorus

4« Mutterliebe Voigt

Vorwaerts Schiller Men's Chorus (Director: Wagner)

5^ II Bacio L. Axditi

Sapphische Ode • • • J. Brahams

Soprano Solo, Frau Marie Schukert,

(Member of the Columbia Ladies Chorus)

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) , Oct. 21, 1934.

6* Song Group.

Hammond Ladies* Choius (Director: R. Walter)

7. Die Gaonseliese Amo Starck

Columbia Ladies •Chorus

8. a) I.'ein Heimattal, V. Sngelskirchen,

b) In Ruedesheim bei der Drosselgasse E. Kramer

Lien's Singing Club Erinnerung
(Director: H. A. Pehberg)

9. a) Players (Spanish dance). Granades

b) At the Fountain Davidoff

Cello Solo: William Williams.

10. a) Der Scheidetrunk Jul. vVengert

b) Guter Rat Rud. Wagner

Chicaco Ledertafel (Director: iVagner)

11. Kachtgesang im ;Valde F. Schubert

Columbia Ladies' Chorus

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) , Oct, 21, 1934«

12. Auf dam Arbeitsnachweis

Amusing sketch with song, produced by the members of the Columbia Ladies*
Chorus •

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Abendpost , Cct, 16, 1934.

COITCCHDIA

That as far as Gerpian sinrinp; and cheerfulness? are concerned Oerman v/omen
are not inferior to nen^ was proved by the Concordia Ladies ^in^^in/r Society
at its first faiiily evening- and dance last Saturday. The U}ilhorn Hall x?as
not larf:^e enough to insure t^iat there ivas a chair for every friend and ac-
quaintance, but the enjo^/nent aiid cheerfulness v;as all the rrreater. Here
again it v/as clear tliat a festively decorated ha.ll contributes a preat deal
to the pleasant nood of tliose ] resent. A full house, tlie excellent and live-
ly inusic of the well-known conductor, helinut Steirjrietz, kitchen and cellar
vjell su^nlied — what more could ore desire?

A part of the ei; tertaininent v/as the excellent renditiov: by the ladies of
three sonps, which were iieartily applauded by the audience. Altlioup-h the
■Society was formed only a few nonths a-^o , tlie ladles have jnade excellent

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"orof^ress in their sinrinf^, I'creover, nolos by p-uests vjon entlmsiastic ap-
plause. In pleasant rr.ocd, 'jounfr and old danced Inte into the ni^bt and when
tbev left, too> mth then the certaintv that thev had s^ent a fev/^r^leasant
hours a^'ionr the nen'iers of the Concordia Ladies Sin-r^in.f^ Society.

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SIIATJIR AIH^IV-^IRS^u' 0? TILJ SIR(?\rj]RJIH III PRJPAHATIOIT
iUl Prssent and Pa^it Llombers Invited

For Discussion

Next /Gdnesda--, October 17th, the Ghica^-o Singverein will open its tv/ent2''-fifth
season in the hall of 3t. Paul's Church, corner Orchard Street and Kenper
Place. The director, Ilorr .'rilter ':. Stcindel, v;ill subiait his plans for the
coming year at that tine.

Ladies ©ndov/ed v/ith voices, also c^ntlenen who v;ould like to take part in the
silver anniversary.^ are cordially invited to be present that evenin^:^, as perform-
ance of a creat work is conteiTiplated. Tlie club, as is knov/n, can look back
with satisfaction to its pa^t, for in tlio twent3'--four 3^ears of its existence
it has acccr.;plish3a a creat deal. The Sinrnrerein haj ever been -animated by
truly artistic aspirations, yet it never has lacked a ,;;enuine love for mankind,
since aLiost all of its concerts h^ivo been civon .'or the salce of charitv.

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In the last twenty^-four y3ars, thj Sin^^veroin li:.3 s"?)ent about t.venty-four thous-
and dollars l*cr charitable purposevS. In ordar to -:jive a conception of its
efforts and perfomances, only the follov;ing de^ds naed be raentioned:

January 28, 1911: Concert for th3 Gorman Horae for the .v^ed, Leo Slezak, solo- .5
ist; May 11, 1911: Die Schoepfunc; April 17, l^a.:: ^V3ar:ison'»; .Vor* 20, 1915: -^

*V.U3 ':)eutschland's ^rrosser Zeit *; Oct. 3, 1910: "Die Olocke,'' for the Geman -j

Hone for the .U^jd; May 27, 1917: Brains* ''Requiem,'' for the ".irhclunc''; I.Iarch 'i
27, 1918: ''Das .^euerkrenz"; May 1, 1921: ".L>±e Jaresseiten, ' for the .'uiierican \

./elfare /association for GeiTiian Children; Dec. 11, 1921: concert, v;ith l^rieda ■ \

Ileripel; May 14, 1922: "Odysseus,'- for th3 Gerraan Gl.ild fvO-jdinij Fund ( >al:er
feedinr); Apr. 29, 1920: "Judas Maccibaeus," for the /jr.ericr.n /ylfare Associa-
tion; June 14, 1924: participation in the festival of the Ilcrth A^.erican
Saenyerbund; Dec. 7, 1924: concert it:. Claire Duic, for the German Aid Society;
June 14, 1925: ^l.'.utter .:.rde," for needy children of Gernan ^.nd Austrian musi-
cians; A^r. 18, 1926: "Paridis and Peri," for Ulilich^s Orphanaje; Dec. S, 1926:
concert ^vith luella Melius; .:pr. 22, Z-. 23, 1927 and 1929 an:. ..pr. 00, 1929:

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Beethoven's ♦'i:inth Symphony, "* the Chicago Singverein serving as soloists with
the Chica^To Symphony Orchestra; Apr. 22, 1928: ^Die Glocke," for the Addison
Home for Childre.i and the Daily News Fresh Air Sanitarium; Apr. 29, 1931:
"Der Freischutz*^.

Now follows a call for singers.

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AIL REACT FOR THE; GREAT FAIL C0NC2RT OF TEE G, S. FORTSCHHITT

The preparations for the great fall concert to be given by the G. S. (singing
section) of the Fortschritt Ladies » Sick and Aid Organization at four o'clock
this afternoon in the Social Turnhalle at the comer of Belniont Avenue and
Paulina Street^ have been made in such a manner that all visitors will get
their full money's v^rth. ':

The committee for the festival has provided a prograri full of variety. -^
Those who want to enjoy excellnnt singing, under the direction of the r
well-knov;n conductor, Karl Rekzeh, should net fail to visit the performance.
A humorous side show will drive away the guests* nelancholy thoughts for a
long tine. All who vjant to spend a few gay and carefree hours will find
opportunity for it at this autumn festival.

Provision has been made for first-class music and refreshments. Admission

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tickets caTx be had for thirt.y-^ive cents fron all members and at the
ticket office.

The detailed prosrar;: is as follows:

^Im V/alde^ •«••••«••••.••#• ••••••••••••«« •Mendelssohn ;.^-

'*Santa Lucia" (Popular Llelody) •..••.. •••••• -f-

Singin.^ Section >ri

of the P

Fr. K. U. V. Fortschritt T-

"Eoiiiancinc" • « ••••••••••••••••••«•• •Beethoven

"Tar.ibourin Chinois" •••••••••••••••• •••••••Kreisler

Violin Solo: Edward J. Kirsch

"V/enn Sich Zwei Kerzen Scheiden" •• ••••• Juengst

**Der Arbeit Lied^ •••••••••••••••••••• •••••Uthmann

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Singing Section of the
Fr, K. U* S. Fortschritt

'^Der Hans und die Liesel" \.^....*..*^ ••Albert

Trio: /oma Waechter, Au^sta V/enk
and Guenther Wenk

"The Sbadov- March" ••4. .♦.*••• ••••♦•.o.* •« • . .•.Frotherse

"Where lly Carravan Has Rested"* • ••• ♦rc*»*#. •..*.. ♦ .lohr

Utbmam Glee Clnb,
Max Schuh, Director

"Fruellin^^straiUii" .•••••♦••••»*«t«««*»*»««««««-»*»*'»*-^' tOhlsen

"Is Zwschaun" ^ .••••..# .«••##•••*•# .ctBohn

Lina Heise

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'nVahrheit Freiheit, Recht»« *••••. .Funke

**0* Freiheit, ToecIiGte^ Cut'* • ..,«•...•.,,♦..#•*# r -« .I/^c^lc

Ls Salle Ladies' Choir

'•An die Heinat"..., JnencTSt '£^1

"Bruder zur Sonne" (Russian Revoluticnai^^ Song) ^ c .♦♦*•# • ^

Saen.^rbuncT Freiheit ^

•*Das Lied ist aus" ...^. •.*.«•••••« .Stolz ^

"Das Ladenitaedel" • ♦ • c < * • • t • .Nelson

Frau Marion R. Duckert;
Frau Kulda Bercer at the piano

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"Una der Hans"..,. , <... Fuchs

"Die Tage der Rosen in Wallmoef er" •.•.•..••••.••#>••

Sineine: Section of the
Fr. K. N. T. Fortsehritt

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^Das suesse Llaedel^ •«••«• • »•••••««•••••«

^•Die Patente KcecMn" #

Frau lioiaie Y/olter;
Frau Kulda Berber at the piano*

"Ade^ (Popular Melodj'-) • ••*•••••••# •••#•

^Aus der Jugexidzelt *^ •«•••••««.••••••«• ••#••##•••♦ #H8uptinaiui

Mixed chorus: Singinc Section
of the Fr* R. U. V, Fortscliritt,
Lp. Salle Ladies^ Choir,
and Saencerbund Freiheit,

EuFiorus Side Show: "Fraeulein Lehverin, ich muss mal raus!" (Please, Teacher,

I*ve got to get out!)

Players:

i:^rion R. Duckert ,.•.# • .♦• •Teacher

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Marie Wolter » .•.».». ,M«inber of School Board

Auguste Wenk. ••••««*.•••••••«••« ..•.*.•.•« Je niter

Pupils:

Fanny Wagner ««••••..«•*» •••••*.«••.« Franz Schmidt '-i

Kaethe VJolf c. «•*«.«•« •..••••••••• Fritze Kneiss ^'

Anna Waechter •••♦.••••••.••.•.l-toritz Kanalmsser "p

Lina Hesse Max Ruber ^

Management: Marion R. Duckert,

After the drama there will be a ball.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpoat)> Oct* 14, 1934

CONCORDIA SINGING CLUB GIV3S FIRST CONCERT THIS AFTERNOON

The Concordia Sing-*76reln (Singing Club) has planned a program for its first %
concert which coAprises much that is new and interesting* The concert ^ which ^
is to be followed by a dance, takes place today, Sunday, in the West Bnglewooa c

Masonic Temple, 64th Street and Loomis Boulevard*

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Following a prelude for organ^ cello, and piano by the well-known artists,
Qazel, Richard, and Franz Beidel, the Club, together with three other well- ^
known organizations and the new singing club Suedseite Maennerchor (South
Side Male Chorus), will perform separately and in mass groups; solos, duets,
artistic dancing, and dramatics will be included in the program* An in«-
noyation, which may well be eagerly awaited, is that all numbers will be
symbolized, either dramatically, pictorially, or rhetorically*

It goes without saying that the best of care has been taken to treat the
guests with ample food and good dance music* The concert has been scheduled

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to begin at foiir o'clock in the afternoon.

The Program

!• •♦Pilgerchor," from ••Tannhaeuser'*., ••••••• Richard Wagner %

Hazel (organ), Richard (cello), and Franz Beidel (piano) ^

Prologue. . • (jeopg Giegold "^

Frau Lima Pittrott ^

^. a) ••^ymn to tne German Song,** from the festival play, "Columbia and %

the German Song" •..Franz Beidel 5

The Concordia Singing Club and singers of the South Side
Maennerchor representing immigrants: Willi Mayer as "Kuenders,»»
Frau Klara Mohr as the "German Song," and Georg Giegold as
'•Pastorius".

b) «Die Alten Lieder"..

Concordia Singing Club

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Welcoming address by the president, Frau Augusta Stauber,

3» **Des 7/aldes Morgengruss** , choir witn solo. .•••• .Hemuin Wenzel.

Burgenland Maennerchor and V«'alter i\nderson

4» a) **Bluinenlied,*' piano solo.... • ••..

Mary Jane binder son

b) Elf entanz.. ••••••.•.••••••• ••«.••••• •.••••. •••J. Fearis o

Mike Busch, Rutbie and Norma Llayer, dancers; ^

Willard Brann, fiddling dwarf;
Mary Jane iuiderson, piano and V/alter .«nder Jr. secona violin

5. "Tales fran the Vienna V^cods,'* choir and duet.. ••••.... .

A. Hirsch, Master Bakers* Ladies* Singing Club witl ilerr and

Frau Kainz, Miss Lorraine Gaus, piano.

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6. a) »*Vogerl, flingst in d' V/elt hinaus/* duet

b) *^7/iegenlied'^ ••••••••«•••• •••••• ••• ••Brahns.

Frau Lina Pittrott, eoprano, and Frau .jina Pellce, alto* %

?• *'An der blauen Donau,»» violin solo • ..o. Strauss r^

Shirley Lipp ^

8. '*Thi3 is a Day of Joy" Kxantzer -

Liaster Bakers^ Singing Club '^

9. ''Liesl, Resl, and Friciil,** humorous recitation* •...•• • •..

Llna Meier, 311y Froemke, and Paula Seidel*

10* '*Des Sngels* Serenade,^ baritone solo with violin obbligato*** .Braga

v;alter ruaderson, Sr., and V/alter ^jiderson, Jr.

11 • a) "Kabanera," frora **Carmen,'*... • • •.•.••••.•••••..•.. Bizet

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of ^bendpost )> Got. 14, lyo4«

Conoordia Singing Club find Frau Llartna Kopp, Frau Gertrude Ilemian, piano

b) *'Hosen V/alzer*\. •••••• •• •. o. o. .o. .•.••••• •• •Openshaw ^

Concordia Singing Club. ^

12 • Cello solo • • ^

Richard Be i del i

13. ^Wahlspruch," chorus and solo.,,., •••••• '^^

South Side Ivlaennerchor, wita ;villi lieier ^

14# a) **Captain V/emer*s Birthaay Celebration," from '^ColaTibia and the German
Song" .

Produced by Georg Giegold as Captain V/erner;
Frau Louise Behnke and Frau Lena Kleinaous, singers of
tne duet; Loretta Grellmer as 7<erner*s grandchild, and Frau

Ida Grellner as the grandmother.

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I Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost ) , Oct. 14, 1934»

b)*^Horch, die alten Eichen rauschen"* #••••• Gelblce

Mass ctioir of all singers present joining the Master
Bakers* Ladies* Singing Club and the Concordia Singing Club«

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Abendpost . Oct. 8, 1934,

OERLIAN

Ii\DI3S» CHOIR LyHA CELSBIUTES TKIRTIETII AHIITSRSARY
Choir as Well as Director K, A. Rehberg Could Celebrate this Day as Double

Anniversary

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of its existence, the Ladies* Choir ;x
Lyra sent out invitations to a concert and fest ball at the Social Turnhalle*
The invitation was gladly accepted by friendly organi/.ations and by the public
in general I so that a sizable audience was present.

CT*

The Ladies' Choir Lyra did everything in its i)ower to promote the success of
the fest in a worthy i.ianner# The stage was impressively decorated with a basket
of flowers, from which a lyre with the number 30 in silver emerged. On each
side there were two more baskets containing red roses. As sjonbolized by the
flowers, a special occasion was solemnized: the special joy over the accomplished
work could be seen in the eyes of the members of the choir. x^*ter the festive
strains of the overture to "Orpheus in der Unterwelt'* were played by Bemie
Hartv/ig's orchestra, the stately group of singers from the Ladies' Choir Lyra
gathered on the stage to consecrate the day in song. From the succeeding songs,

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it became clear that the organization is particularly effective in its singing ^

when it stays in the realm of light music. Conducted by H. A. Rehberg the >

songs were perfect in word and sound. Hearty and sustained applause rewarded ^

choir and director for their presentations. r;

Later in the program, the president of the United Singers of Chicago and of o
the Singers' Bund of the Northwest, A. C. .Vehrwein, had occasion to congratu- lo
late the choir on its thirtieth anniversary in the name of the Eund. Director
H. A. Rehberg, who at the same time looked back over an active life of thirty
years with the organization, was presented to the public by the president,
Frau I^athilde Hager. In recognition of their laborious toil in the preparation
of the fest, both the choir president and the past president, Frau V/ilhelmina
Schwarz, received bouquets.

To a not inconsiderable degree responsible for the success of the event were
the two daughters of the director, Irma and Esther Rehberg, who sang a number

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of duets which were revmrded by the public with a stom of applause* The two
singers have, in their voices, beautiful technical material, vfcich they knov/ p
how to put into the service of expressive singing. They reaped great rev/ards C
of applause with the first two songs! "Liebestraum,^' by Liszt and ^Als die 5;
alte Mutter'* by Dvorak. Two wreaths of flowers were given them by the president £
to express the thaiiks of the organization. g

Three well-trained male choirs — the Harmonie singing club, under Director Rekzeh,^"
the Arion male choir of the North Side, and the Erinnerung singing society —
placed themselves at the service of the cause, and offered songs whose rendition
was a success technically, musically and in expression. The program was brought
to a close with selections by a mass choir composed meiabers of the United
Ladies' Choirs of Chicago, directed by H. A. Rehberg. They sang the two folk
songs "Santa Lucia" and "Lorelei" effectively, and with rich nuances. Besides
the guest organizations already raentione-l, there v/ere also present the Swabian-
Badensian Ladies' Club, and the Swabian Singers'Club. A smart ball concluded
the anniversary fest, which was successful in every way.

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Abendpost , Oct, 8, 1934.

The officers of the organization, and especially the ladies of the arrange- 5

ments committee, deserve full credit for the success of the event. The -ci

committee consisted of the president of the festival, Wilhelmina Schwarz; p

the treasurer, Marie V/irth; the secretary, Frieda Beck; and the ticket ^

treasurer, Marie Bendeich. The decorations, made by Frau Hedy Theiss, were o

in excellent taste. ^

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Abendpost. .Oet» 1, 1934.

SUCCESSFUL FEST OF IHE SOUIH SIDE MAENNERGHOR

The first family fest of the South Side Uaennerchor , which took place last ^

Saturday night in £unzer*s Heill, was a great success* Despite showers of ^

rain that came down in the evening hours » the hall was filled to capacity. p

The goodly bemd of thirty-five well-trained singers first gave a taste of "-^

what they can do, with the song, llorch, die alten Eichen rauschen," under ^
the direction of Franz Beidel. It must be acknowledged that the voices in
this new chorus are very good*

Following an address by the singer Peter Gruen, the Vienna Trio gave a number
of songs which were received with great applause* The prominent soloist,
Willi Meier, gave proof of his talent with a few solos* He was warmly
received* The truly German dance melodies which succeeded the real presenta-
tions kept the guests together until long after midnight* Eltchen and cellar
were well cared for, and even the older folks, who are often pushed into the
background at such affairs, received a good share of entertainment and dancing*

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It was a really German family fest, and the organizers deserve f\ill credit
for the successful evening.

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GERMAN /^
Abendpost , Oct. 1, 1934, \5 ^f^-^- a /

ftESTSElTE Si\EKGERia?ANZ HkS FDIL HOUSE AT AUTUl'lJ FESTIVAL

Those who came to the Lincoln Turner Hall Saturday evening noticed at once
that something special was going on. Even before eight o'clock the great
hall was beginning to fill up, and at nine o'clock, when Master of Ceremonies
Menzinger appeared before the curtain, every seat was taken. The curtains
parted, and the performance began. The singers, all dressed alike (with
white trousers, dark coats and brown ties), were seated in a beautifully
decorated garden scene, \inder trees and Chinese lanterns.

Under the title, "Ein Gemuetlicher Saengerburamel in Der Alten Heimat" (A
Pleasant Singing Stroll in the Old Cotintry), Conductor Ludwig Lohmiller of
the Westseite Saengerkranz (West Side Singing Society) prepared a program
in which male choruses, mixed choruses, solo performances, and dances
portrayed a piece of the old country. The performance opened with the
"RRRauss Polka, •♦ a choral song with orchestral accompaniment. Then came
the comedian Michael Faust, a graceful dancing couple, a medley of

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drinking songs for the male chorus, and general sinking with the orchestra.
A mixed chorus, composed of the Damenchor (V/omen's Chorus) Lorelei and the
V/estseite Saengerkranz, concluded the program by singing a special arrange-
ment by Director Lohjniller of the ♦'Glueckswalzer" from the "Tango Prinzes sin'^
All performances received hearty but v/ell-deserved applause, which was meant
both for the singers and the director

/Translator's note: The article concludes with the statement that therejz/as
dancing: and a list of members of the committee in charge of the affair,/

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Abendpost, Sept. 10, 1934,

SPLEITOID PICNIC OF Tlffi 7ERSIWiaT3 MAEMERCHOERB

Favored by the nK)St wonderful late Sminner weather, the Vereini^te Maennerchoere
of Chicago yesterday had their picnic within that portion of the forest preserve
which is on Dempster Road and Ferris Avenue. It constituted an excellent close
to the Suramer season.

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The members of the affiliated sonc or::anization3 came in large numbers with _
their wives and children to spend a few hours outdoors in the midst of gay g

singers A v/ide variety of entertainment had been arranged for young and Tr

old; in the afternoon, a dance orchestra was featured. That a picnic of
Maennerchoere could not be without Gemian songs goes without saying. Soon
^y songs could be heard coming from the various organizations, and the
Yereinigte Maennerchoere, directed by H. A. Rehborg, often joined together
to delight the picnic guests with a few songs. In short, the picnic was

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exceedingly entertaining, vrith everyone feelin:; at home. The Vereini^^te

Maennerchoere may look back upon a splendid success and, being thus re- '^

freshed, may start the V/inter season, which has much more work in store ^

for then. P

Credit for the success of the entertainment belongs—aside from the beautiful g
weather, which was preceded by cloudy/ and cool days, and which for that reason
was found the more pleasant— largely to the active arrangements committee which,
before and durin^; the picnic, did everj^tliing to provide the guests with a S^
delightful day.

In addition to Joe Keller, the president of the Vereini^jte Maennerchoere , the
co.-nmittee consisted of the following: John Heiderann, chairman; Carl V/« Berman,
secretary; Carl Rathje, Henaann Schneidewind, Joseph Gies, E. M» Guntermaim,
Robert Boysen, V/ilhelm Thuering, Wilhelm Stahl, Reijiliold Seifert, Theodor
Schenk, Rudolph Faller, Henry Heep, and Gustav Steinweg.

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VEREINICTS DAMEIJCHOERE SING TODAT

AT WORLD'S FAIR

The Vereinigte Damenchoere von Chicago (United Ladies' Choirs of Chicago)
will sing this afternoon, between 3 and 4 P.M., at the World's Fair in the
Food and Agricultural Building. The part of the concert to be given between :
3:15 and 3:30 P.M. will be heard over the radio — station WI^JAQ. "

Under the direction of Mr. A. H. Rehberg the following songs will be rendered: ic

1) •'Santa Lucia" (a Neapolitan folk song) ^

2) "Grossmama'' (Minuet) Beethoven J^

3) ^Schnsucht nach den Bergen" Abt ^

4) "Lorelei" Silcher

5) "Der Spielmann ist da" Stein

6) "Ans weiten Fernen" Somet

7) "Rosebuds'^ Geibel

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Abond^OTt, Jul:" 1^, 1934.

UITIT.^D L\DIv3« C!iO:^Sj3

In pleasant surroundinr^s, th3 r)icnic of the Vorsinirte Danenchooro (United
Ladien* Chorunes) of ^hica^o v;as hold 3r3storda7 in Maple nrcve.

In the afternoon, visitors v:ere nu-erous, r^.nc. all had a reall'^ *ood tine. 3

The lad:' sinr^erc could natarall:'- not resist _-ivinr- plovasure ..ith a I'ev; songs,
directed b-^ their le-^ider, :. .. Rehb^^r ;; the rest of the da:/ v;as ':iven over
to r:ociabilit^- and to all kinds of entertain.v;nt inc^udiu; dancin--. The
bodil7 needs (sic) of the f^uests v;ere v;ell tahen care of so Lhat all .vere
.-ivjn V;hat they came for (sic).

Pes ides a number of other frieads and patrons of the Vereini,:te ja.ienchoera , Cr
the guests included the president of the 3aen£:.erbund of the Morthvest a:ad of
the United Sinr^ers of Jaija^-o, A. 0. .Vehrjein, and the president of the Ger:i2n
Da:' Cr/pmlzation, Oustave \. -rand, v;ho could not resist visiting the fine
nnrt"." of the ladies.

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.Vnor.r: r.ian"^ others, th3 ["olio, in:: ladies contributed esceeiall^^ to the succes
of t:ie fest: Id^i ""uch, presid-jnt; :;thilda !Iri;-on, first viee--~Tesident ; Teren
: attis, seconfi vice-::; resident; IJeciliD r^i:de, seci^etir:"; .Va^uste Triphalm,
treasurer, also A-nalie OhLaann, ]'Tia 3c:T'iidt, Jlara Lindf:-:o7, arie Schulze,
Barbara Tarisone, 'ind ;jina oriarit:" from lla-imonQ.

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GSHT'LAN

Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost ) > July 15, 1934»

WHAT AILS THli: aERI,l^iN-:;i^SRIC/JT SUT-IETG oOCI.irrii^S?

Franz Be i del

No one can doubt that the German singing societies have been given a death -^
blov/, especially v/hen he malces the observation thut in quite a large number ^J
of concerts given by a singing society a real public usually shines by its c::.
absence, that the audience consists aL-nost exclusively of other invited
societies, which of course constitutes no permaneat financial gain for the ':
promoting society, and that even t.:is *^public*' would not come if all these vl
other societies were not permitted to render some of their own songs» This
is the reason ivhy, for some time nov/, even if a singing festival has been
most magnificently arranged, the hall remains empty V7hen all the singers are
on the stage.

This yawning void is the jaw which is going to svjallow the quaking German-
American singing societies if our concerts are not made much more interesting,

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if beer and dancing do not cease to be the chief attraction. In foxier days
it used to be .^uite sufficient if a director did his best to select a good
song and rehearse it v/ell, but our times demand much more than that.

My friend Giegold and I have often discussed this point, and v;e arrived at
the conclusion that most songs are in need of dramatic, pictorial, or rhetori-
cal illustration to make the impression which they deserve in our concerts.
Naturally, in some of our concerts we brought this idea into action and each
time so successfully that -.-^e believe that v:e have caused the immortal German
song to rise like Phoenix from its own ashes and to be initiated into a new
and glorious life.

To help it in its efforts, the director has but to use His imagination. Then,
out of an unassuming little folk song he can produce a perforraance, a tableau,
or a recitation which may often put into the shade many a costly opera. Only
in this fashion can Chicago's German sin^niing organizations be saved and ele-
vated to nev/ and more beautiful flowering and fruition.

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gjz^t.:af

SCNG CCUCEHT ^

Performance of the Vereinigte Damenchoere jixcellent and '7ell Attended 5

The Vereinigte Dajnenchoere (United ./oinen* s Choruses) ^Tave a concert yesterday r*
afternoon, in the Social Turner Hall, 1651 lielriont Avenue, v/hich \7as well ^
attended and wp.3 a groat success. o

By the performance of the individual societies v/hich make up the Vereinigte [3
Damenchoere, the audience, whicn filled the hall almost to capacity, in spite ^
of the spring waather, v/as f;iven a good picture of their work and aims. Under
the leadership of their directors the choruses sang beautifully, so that it
was difficult to decide which had carried off the honors. In order that the
audience's impression of tne performances might be completely unbiased, the
managers of the choruses had, at the beginning of zho concert, drawn lots for
the order in wnich tliKi perforracinces v/era to ue given. The concert was opened
by the oteirer Damenchor under the leadership of its director, H. A. Rehberg,

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and the other societies followed iu the ordor deterniiied by the lots. The

other societies vmich participated v;ere as follov/s: the Ilarriiaond Daiienchor,

the Alinira Damenchor of ForesL Park, and the Damenchcr jdelv/eiss of the I.orth yj

Side under iteinhold jalter; the Dai.'ienchor jilelv/eiss of tiie South Side and the ^

sinf-'inc- society of the iiemann Schv/ester (llerr.ann Sisters) , under v'ilhelm .jr

Techtrneier; tne Colunbia Danenchor, under i.:ax Schuh; the Damenchor Loreley

under Ludv/ir Lohir.iller; the sinrin-- societ:- of the Deutsche Unterstuetzunf bund ^

(German Benefit Association), under Ernst Ta:T-.; and the Dar:e:ichor rol::h:Tinia, ^^

the Lvra Danenchor, and the Indenendent D:^,nenchcr, under th3 leadership of '-^j

Rehterc. -.^

The excellent perfcrjuances pleasea aj_l the ,^uests. The fact that tne concert
v/as played v;ithout delays is due to the nreparations of the ccnii.iittee, v;hich
devoted f^reat care to plannin^^- the affair. The cor^. ittee was composed of
Ida Kuch, president; r.rs. l.:atthes aTid rrs. Haf^er, vice-presidents; Oecilia
Bade, secretary; and Aupasta Tripphahn, treasurer.-

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GEHMAN

Abendpoat. Feb. 5, 1934.

CHICAGO LISD2SKHAIJZ

Yesterday evening the very popiilar singing societjr Chicago Liederkranz held ^
its twenty-sixth annual festival in celebration of its founding. The attendance ^
was very large and, as was to be expected the festival was highly successful, F
Thanks to a very energetic festival committee, consisting of Ghairman Heinrich
Graven, Richard Kreutz, Fritz Noll, Gustav Boezick, Ernst Gunterraann, V/emer
Assmussen, Earl Iviarienfeld, Otho Berth, Vtoi. Fleischer, Hermann Anders, Vftn*
Zeller, and Harry Trescher a festival program v;as prepared which not only
assured the success of the evening beforehand, but also was carried out in an
excellent manner,

Mr. Fritz liiiari enfold, president of the society, opened the occasion with an
eloquent and, at the same time, witty speech, which earned the speaker en-
thusiastic applause. Then, under the direction of the excellent conductor,
Hans Wagner, the society sang several selections, which were met with such

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applause that it was forced to sing various encores* Several solos by members
of the society provided variety in the prograui and were well received*

The Gary Liederkranz, also under the direction of Hans Wagner, delighted the
audience with many numbers and earned well-deserved applause. This may also
be said of the Harmony Zither Club, which played a few selections excellently,
xinder the direction of its conductor, Vbn. Sturm. There were also several dance
numbers, performed by the members of the Schuhplattler-Verein Edelv;eiss. These
were well received by the audience.

In brief, all those who attended the festival v/ere well rewarded for coming.
After the festival program they v/ere given the opportunity to dance to their
heart's content, to the music of an excellent orchestra.

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IV Abendpost, Jan. 22, 1934.

3i:iG7^R[^IN AOaIN 3C02113 BRILLIAI^IT fnJGCj]33

The concert of the Chicago Singverein (3in.^ing Society) on Saturday v;as

both an artistic ?and a social success. ^

This mixed chorus v/as founded almost a nuarter of a century ap:o by ;/illiam p:

Boenr)ler, and is novj under the leadership of Jalter H. Steindel. It counts £^

a'non^r its members and friends manv prominent Trernian-iimericans, who did not ZZ

fail to come to the Crermania Clubhouse ana thus shov; their interest in the 2

chorus. They were richly rewarded, for the concert v;as of a quality not 'co
often encountered.

In spite of its rather small memV^rship, the chorus has at its disposal a
TOod and well-balanced c^roup of voices. The singers take their assignments
seriously, and gladly follow the leadership of thoir director, so that their
success is assured.

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Good phrasin^- and precise tii.iinr marl-ie:! the r^resentation of the different
na'^.bers on the T)rocran, all of 'vhich v;ere acconnanied by a r^ood symphony
orchestra, which also furnished an excellent introduction to the urogram t?
by olayinc the overture to ^The ::erry , Jives of .Vindsor". It is difficult .-^
to say vjhich of the comDOsitions T:)re3erited was rnosL ^leasim- to the HI

audience; it is certain that Beeth^^ven's reverent ''Vesper Hymn" and the ^^
chorus from "'^rinz T^or" received iust as enthusiastic aoDlause as the ^
concludin,^ number on the iSro'-ram, the choral and the finale from "Die
Feister singer".

Alb in 3teindel is no stranger to the music-lovia^ public, and his r)erform-
ance on Saturday/ evening gave nev/ evidence of his c*reat artistry. He is
a master of his instrument, the violin, and knows how to hold his audience
enchanted. He had selected for his performance I.'endelssohn-Bartholdy^s
"Concerto in S-major, Opus 64," and had to repeat the last movement, the
applause v;as so cT.reat. His brotner, the director, provided him v/ith

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masterly accomr)ani^.ent on the f:rand piano.

Before the start of the last ^art of the procram President A. F. ./. Siebel
gave a short, but loudly apnlauded soeech, in which he thanked the members ^
of the chorus, the soloists, the director, and the orchestra for their ^
distinguished nerfot'inance, and the audience for its attendance in such ^^
nu.^bers. .it the same time he expressed the hor^e that the G-erman coirj.iunity ^
in Chicago would continue in the future to shov; its rood will for the 3ing- S
verein, and support it. !':r. Siebel also mentioned the festival vjiiich the ^
3ingverein, the German Club, and the Germania Club are to ^.ive in the ^

Germania Clubhouse on January 30 in connection v/ith the .Roosevelt birthday
celebrations v;::ich are to be held all over the country. In confoiinance
v;ith the xvishes of the chief executive of the nation, the "oroceeds of
these affairs are to r^o for certain charitable causes.

The successful eveninp' came to a harmonious close vrith a solemn festival
ball.

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IV Sonntaspost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) > Aug. 27, 1933.

DXiTH OF IffiS. DZTIIIS

llTs. Elizabeth Detmer, nee Llayer, v/ell knovm in singing circles in Chicago,
has passed av/ay.

The deceased is the daughter of parents v/ho inmigrated from Trier, Her
whole heart was bound up in singing. She ;7as a nember of the Chicago
Singverein (Singing Society) for many years, and wherever there was some-
thing that could be done for singers Mrs. Detmer v/as alv;ays right there.
She took an active part in several large singing festivals. The v/idower
is the piano manufacturer, Henry Detmer, also v;ell roiov/n in German-w\merican
circles. In his younger years he was a conductor of several singing soci-
eties, and 7/as a member of the Orpheus I^Iaennerchor (Ilale Chorus) and the ^
Liedertafel Vor;vaerts (Forv/ard Singing Society), and was later made an hon-
orary member of several other societies. Detmer v/on the gold medal for his
products at the V/orld's Fair in St. Louis, and later operated a branch in
St. Louis until he retired from business.

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IV SonntagT)ost (Sunday Edition of Abendnost) , July 2, 1953*

A Go::c^:i[T BY asR!.:.^: sikgtJirs at 'i^ii^ ;7()RLd»3 fair

/^Translator^s no_t9: Thxis article is an announcement, but no report is given
after the event. ^

On Tiiursday evening, July 6, fro:: 9 ?. :.:. to 10:30 t^. :.:. the Freier Saengerbund
(Free Singers* Alliance), the Tlairunond Saengerbund Fidelia (Singers* .Alliance
Fidelia), the Harlem Maennerchor (Male Chorus J of j'orest Park, the Schiller
Liedertafel (Choral Society), and the Schlesvvig-Holsteine Saengerbund, will
give a concert under the direction of Reinhold //alter, as soloist Miss
Gertrud Clauss v/ill sing a few songs.

The chorus, made up of more than two hundred singers, ?7ill be stationed on
the floating theater in the North Lagoon.

The program will be heard all over the .Vorld*s Fair grounds and also, probably,
over N. B. C. and Lhe Columbia Broadcasting Systera. llie singers will meet at

V(.P.^.

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lidition of Abendpost) , July 2, 193o.

8 ?• M. at the corner of Liichigan Avenue and Roosevelt Road. The program
v/iil be i.iade up of the follov/ing son;:s:

!• a) LTorgenruf ien^^ert

b) Untreue Glueck

c) Jae^:ers zibschied I'.endelssohn

2. a) Loreley Silcher

b) ;^aldi!;ort5en Koellner

3. Soprano solo.

a] Nun Ade Du L'ein Lieb* Keimatland

b) xxMS Der Jugendzeit

4. a) Ilorch Die Alt en lilichen i^auschen Gelbke

b) Rhein,3laube Sonnet

5. a) Haidenroeslein Jen^-ert

b) Im ochoensten .Viesengrund yohlgeiriuth

c) Janderschaft Zoellner

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IV 3onnta>g:TDost (Sunday :^dition or Abendpost) , July 2, 1933.

6. SoTDrano solo: Uebsr's I.'eer

7. a) /Vie's Dahein ..ar '/ohjge:::uth

b) ;/iegenlied Braiims

/Translator's note: The rsst of the article describes a rehearsal for
Jewish DayjJ^

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GEHL'IAl'T

Abendpost . Liar. 13, 1953

LA SALLE LADIES CHORUS

The Ferdinand La Salle Ladies* Chorus presented its many friends and
patrons with an evening of entertainment at the Lincoln Tumhall,
1005 Diversey Parkway. The main feature of the program was the songs
by the La Salle Ladies' Chorus and members of other friendly societies.
The Singing Union Freiheit, and the Singing Section of Fortschoitt,
both under the direction of Karl Reckzeh; and the Alpine Men's Choms,
directed by Waldemar Christopher, received cT^at applause.

A sensation was caused by the La Salle Ladies' Chorus, the Singing Section
of Fortschoitt, and the Singing Union Freiheit when they combined to sing
the beautiful "Blue Danube 7/altz." The Alpine Men's Chorus came forward
with "Greeting to Bavaria," a selection that v/as greatly applauded and
followed by an encore*

A pleasant attraction ;vas the performance of the Hull House J\inior Trio,
composed by L. Adezio, violin; C. Adezio, cello; and M. Murphy, piano.

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Worthy of mention also is the violin solo played by Miss Hilda Feinblatt,
who not only showed an excellent technique hut also a great personality.

The final n\Jiaber was a humoristic one-act play, "The Shoemaker's
Elizabeth," presented by the following women: E. Friesc, M, Mannue, A.
Koestor, ll!arie .Volter and A. Nilekush. The concert was followed by a
dance with music by Beidel^ Orchestra.

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VHiJSTSIDE SINGING CIRCLE GrlT^ CONCERT OH 44th

AZINIYERSAHY

In large numbers, the members and friends of the '.Test cide Singin *
Circle assembled at the Vomvarts Turner Hall to celebrate the 44th
Foundation Day of the society. It can be well said in the outset
that all spent a very pleasant evening. Not less tten five guest
societies, five men*s and two women's choruses, participated on
the program. There were present the singing section of the German
Mutual Aid Society, the Slmhurst lien's chorus, the Concordia Men's
chorus, the singing section of the Suabian A. C; also the 7/omen's
chorus Lordec; under the leadership of Mr, Ludwig Lohniller.

The R. chard 7/agner men^s chorus and the Lyra v; omen's chorus were

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directed b^r the senior master A, II. Rehberg. The societies acquitted
themselves nobly as shoirvn by the applause.

Selections from the Strauss :;altz "An Der Sc^oenen Blaven Donau"
by the 7/est Side Sinking Jircle nid the sin jlng section of the
Suabian A. 0., accompanied by t e Bardeleben Orchestra, closed the
prosram. In behalf of the nociety, president Fritz Koester extended
greetings to all present, and expressed the hope that every one would
snend a t)leasant evenin.T.

Speaking also v/as the president of the United Singers of Cliicago,
Lr. A. C. //ehriveen, v/ho congratuleted the './est Side Simang Society

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on its 44th anniversary, and expressed appreciation to the other
societies for their cooperation.

By order of the Central Union of the aerman Military Societies of
Chicago and suburbs, president H. Blick, of the German C;ar veterans
society, called attention to the memorial ceremonies scheduled for
March 12, honoring those v;ho lost their lives in the 7/orld V/ar and
intited all to participate.

The performance by the Bardeleben pupils* orchestra is v;orthy of
recognition; also vocal selections by I.!r. Frank Lan^/in accompanied
by his daughter. Lass Caroline Lanvin. The circle honored its conductor
by presenting him -;ith a beautiful baton.

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Abendpost, Dec. 5, 1932*

LOITL 1 da:''^tchoi^

Under the direction of L, Lohmiller, the Lorelei Da^nenchor p-ave a concert
yesterday afternoon in Prudential Hall; it was the first of its kin-:? by the
young or^^anization, in existence only since February, That the ladies could
sing as they did, after only a few months, justifies the assumption that they
must have sun^ before. After he: rin^^ the propram, we predict that, with careful
training, these ladies v;ill be able to r^ive performances equalinr those of their
sister organizations. The four-part 'Evening Chorus from Kreritzer^s *"^"achlager 5^
von Granada" was beautifully rendered by voices v-hich showed force and pleasing
quality. The Lorelei ladies were aided in their two numbers by the sinr-ing
section of the Deutscher Unterstuetzungsbund. The folk song *'r^u&s i denn zum
Stadtle hinaus" was especiall3r enjoyable, r. Lohmiller orchestrated both numbers.

A large number of friendly organizations participated in the exceptionally diver-
sified program. The singing section of the Deutscher Unterstuetzungsbund had,
earlier in the program, given proof of their abilities. The 7:est Side Saengerkranz

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and the Concordia T.'^aennerchor directed by Mr. Lohmiller, also performed. P

Their rendition of ^^V.y Old ?^entucky Hone*' made an excellent impression. The
sin^inf section of the Schwt.ben Athletic Club, lon/r known for the fine Quality ^\
of its youthful voices, joined with the T.'aennerchor and the f^aen^erkranz to ;".

conclude this part of the pro/?rajn vdth the "Soldi ers* Chorus" from "Faust" ^;?

accompanied by the orchestra; this rendition v;on enthusiastic applause. Z-^

Director Reinhold VJalter led the Independent Damenchor in the charming "Sonntag
ist's," which showed the choir's ability. IJext on tne program came the Polyh^n-nmla
Damenchor, under the direction of H. A. ^ehber^, sinf^^inr Lincke's "'^r-luewuermchen,"
in which number !.'rs. Lammack's soprano obligate found extraordinary favor.
Mr. Reliberg accompanied.

Special joy was derived from the Teroinipte Damenchoere, who, directed and
accompanied at the piano by !.'r. Rehberg, gave two sonns. The numbers were most
favorablv received.

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Club, xvhich made a veritable hit; by the Harmonie Zither Club, directed by their
president, A. Kiihnlein; by the appearance of the ;.amsgebirg ^chuhplattlerverein;
by the piano solo by Hepina 'Jittinger; by a tap dance delightfully executed by
Shirley Kubeck; and, finally, by a fancy drill by the Harmonie Rebecca Lodge "-o. ^
While the gathering was enjoying all this, the hour became so late that those '^
wanting to dance became anxious for the ball to start. Amonp' the p-uest organi-
zations, favorable mention should be made of the Bad en- Schwab en Damenverein, ^^o. 1.

The festival committee v;as presided over by Trs. !:. Hillebrand. ./Ta^nes of committee
members omitted in translation./

Bardeleben's orchestra furnished the concert and dance music.

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Abendpost, Nov. 28, 1932.

PERIODIC REKI^\RSiaS
Vereinigte Saenger Plan Q^a^te^ly Practice

At the ircnthly meeting of the Vereinigt© Saenger (United Singers), which
took place yesterday at Forest Park, in conjunction vath the anniversary
festival of the Ilarlem Maennerchor, (Lliale Chorus) a resolution vjas made, ^^
following the usual business discussions, to conduct combined quarterly p
rehearsals for all singers of the joint organizations. This will enable ^
them to present a few son^^rs without special preparation, whenever such an g
occasion arises.

The first of these joint rehearsals was set for Sunday, January 8, at 9:30 un
A. M. Tlie joint organizations are requested to prepare thoroughly the fol-
lowing songs Trfiich are to be sung at the rehearsal: "Abendglocken rufen,**
"V/aldmorgen," and "Heimatsrosen".

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Abendpost , Oct* 19, 19Z2.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Von«aerts-S chiller Maennerchor Honors Heimann Yogel,

President for Many Years

Last Saturday the singers ^ with their wives and friends, came together to

celebrate the sixty-third birthday of their president, Hermann Vogel, who

is well known in German circles • The hall on 63rd Street and Racine Avenue g i

proved to be almost too small to contain all who came to congratulate

Mr. Vogel •

In the name of all those present. Secretary Eritz V/egner offered Mr. Vogel
the most cordial felicitations* He laid particular emphasis on the many
years of devoted co-operation which Mr* Vogel gave to the fostering of the
German lied in Chicago, especially to the building up of this organization
and, in commemoration of this day, presented him with a beautiful meerschaum
pipe* The recipient of this honor expressed his thanks in words fitting

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tlia occasion and pror.iisod to continue doin : his duty as in the past.

Spocial satisfaction v/as occasioned oy tho presence of the pr-jsidont of

the Vereinicten Saen^er (United Jin,;ers) of Ohicac^jo and of tho Saonger-bund =g

of the iiorthv;est, A. 0. ./ehinvein. ;Io had been r^l^^^ to come, he said, to ex- ^

tend cordial v/ishos to his o].d schoolraate and friend of rrjjjay years standing, fz

..ith ..ho:ri he is united by a bond of co.-iiuon Memories: and to spend a few r:ay ^^

jiours in tho circle of the sin/^ei*s of the Vor-^vaerts-^chiller l.iaennorchor. ^

The sint^ers could not refrain fro.-n making Mr, ..ahr.vein an honorary irienbor. ^—

He expressed sincere ::ratitude for tho distinction, explaining tlicit it is so ^
mucii more beautiful to give flo./ors to those still alive than to lay them
later upon the crave of the deceased.

Careful preparations had b^en irade for the feeding of the guests, and mam.''
a Ga?r melody v;as heard, alternating colorfully with hamorous recitals until,
at an advanced hour, the gathering broke up.

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FOUNDING FESTIVAL OF THE EXCELSIOR MAENLffiRCHOR
Director Ernst ¥. Tamra Honored

In one of the first concerts of the season, the Excelsior i^iaennerchor
appeared before the public yesterday to give evidence of the work it has
been doing during the summer months. In its musical performances of tiie
evening the organization went far beyond the bounds of the conventional,
making the celebration of the thirty-third anniversary of its existence
and the honoring of its director, Ernst F. Tamm, an occasion to which the
organization can point with pride.

The tireless director rehearsed four new songs for the concert to be given
at the founding festival. These songs had never before been heard in Chi-
cago. An innovation of this kind is a decided enrichment of the musical
life of Chicago's German choruses. Nor did it fail to impress the public
which did not display its usual restlessness, but listened to the perfor-
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the pleasure experienced from the songs.

Because of the training of its voices in harmony, and their freshness and
flexibility, the chorus gave great pleasure by all its four songs, '•Am
Schoensten bist Du** and •♦Spielmansblut,** by Sonnet; ^Durch den V/ald,** by
Reiter; and "feonnenauf gang , " by Hermes. The singing wns more harmonious
than used to be the case at previous concerts. In the excellent tone poem
"Sonnenauf gang , ** it seemed as if the notes had been born from the words.

In the singing of this choral song the Excelsior Maennerchor, the Schweizer
Maennerchor, the North Chicago Maennerchor and the Junge Maennerchor partlci'
pated. Hearty applause rewarded the efforts of the choruses and their direc-
tors.

For his day of honor the director also assembled the women* s choruses which
he conducts, the Polhyrajiia Damenchor and the Damenchor of the Deutscher
Unterstuetzungs-Bund, who sang, from the program for mass choruses at the
Deutscher Tag (German Day), '♦Teure Heimat, suesser Friede,^ by Broell; and
^Abend auf der Heide,** by Uthman; and they sang these songs well. The

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concert also included performances by the Chicago Zither Club which, under
its director, F. Stabla, played a humoresque by Zipf and the waltz *'Isar-
zauber," by Karl, and an encore whose rhythm aroused the enthusiasm of the
public, making them applaud vigorously.

During the course of the concert, President Ludwig Schappey indicated its
purpose and the honors to be bestov/ed upon the alert director of the organi-
zation. V/ith a few words expressing recognition of his work, to. Schappey
presented him with a small gift. The ladies* societies followed suit by
presenting him with a bouquet.

A number of popular duets, impressively rendered by the baritone Felix
Grlasneck and the tenor Ludwig Schappey, were scattered through the remaining
portion of the program. V/ith her songs in German, French, and Italian, Ruth
FarrEir Andre, soprano, displayed a rich mezzo-soprano, but she was somewhat
uncertain of the more subtle points of intonation. The mispronunciation of
foreign phrases was often very noticeable.

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A dance brought the performance to a harmonious close.. ••./At the end of
the article names of committee members are givenj^

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I a 3onntap;post (Sunday Edition of ;.bendpost ) , Get. 9, 19:32.

DIAMOND JUBILiC^i: OF T:[J CONCORDIA ^^A7NN:':HCH0R

Jubilee Concert Under the Direction of

L. Lohmiller on October 23

The Concordia Llaennerchor, the oldest aerman singinp; society of Chicago,
founded in 1857, celebrates its diamond jubilee Sunday, October 23, at 3 PT".,
at the Vorv;aerts Turner Hall, 2431 '.'est Roosevelt ^oad. It will be con-
ducted hy its director, T,. Lohrailler.

It sounds like a fairy tale of days gone by v/hen we learn, from the history
of the organization, that its founders used to assemble at the corner of
Morgan and Eleventh Streets for their first singin '^ sessions in :vhich
Mr, D.F. Schillin.^ acted as director cind te?.cher of "English.

The motto of the first constitution v;as:

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^^There is truth in light,
Clarity is the only right,
In unity there is strength
i\nd might for the good deedl"

At the outbreak of t:ie Civil 'ar many singers could be seen in the ranks
of the brave men who gave their Dossessions and their blood for the cause
of the Norta. Among them was "'r. D.F. Schilling, who met a hero's death
on the field of honor.

The Concordia yaennerchor was f2;ravely hit by this bitter loss and also by
the business depression. Put the indomitable v/ill power of the surviving
members and the excellent leadership of the next director, I'r. T. "fitter,
revived the organization.

The naines of the founders that are still preserved are: I. Stark,

J. Nothnagel, A. Beisebarth, G. Stahl, F. Zieger, A. Yollbracht, T. Oonenz,

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;J. Groth, 'I. Deininger, :U lloesner, T. Raub, I . Schorr, and J. Prechtel.

Cn Ivoveraber 18, 1879, the Maennerchor became affiliated with the North
American Saengerbund; it later became the co-foimder of the Vereinigte
Maennerchoere of Chicago.

In 1907 the Concordia Llaennerchor celebrated its golden jubilee under its
president, Adam Mader. In 1911 it celebrated t e dedication of its flag.

The directors were: D.^. Schilling:, John Hitter, 7. Scherer, C. ^'^olter,

Gustav n]hrhorn, ^. Zott, ^.L. Ross, 0. Lotz, ?.!!. Hesse, H. Hartmann,

C.A. Boehler and, at present, Ludwig Lokmiller /elsewhere spelled Lohmiller/.

^!r. ":. Thuering has occupied the office of president for sixteen years.
This is proof of his intelligent and satisfactory administration, and it
is surely to his credit and to that of the organization.

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The coromittses nominated for the festival consist of the following singers:
/The several committees and their members are no;v listedj^/

All Oermans of Chicago, anci particularly members of sinp?:ing societies;
all friends of members of the Maennerchor, are cordially invited to the
Diamond Jubilee of the Concordia I/iaennerchor. In spite of bad times, or
perhaps because of them, all Cermans should come together to show the
organization which is holding this celebration that we Germans have the
fate of our singers at heart, and that .ve apnreciate the fact that with our
singers the German tongue and Ger.iian scn^ have found a safe refuge.

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.ic.:er /-arri I!all, -Jinfi it i3 Lakin'" thi.r o ■)r:!ortu:iit7 to honor izs jirecoor,
...r. :'• .V. riehberi', ,.'Lo liar oeen dirocr/iv i:hi3 Gon-lovia- c;;or*us .or a
nu..rtei? of .x cent-;ry, Jhis io a secon_- oilv-^* aMni^^ersary cel^oration \;Lic:

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yr. dQA.:jer - is a ..; .ill-kno'Ti :^9•'*r^^ia•o --.n sin-:^3r3* circles. Lis never-tiri-y
zeal Tor 'er'.'iaa 3on is well krio-vn, and \:e does n>t y^ol ao all anno:'"ed at
thin ^i..;e, ei>:er, at tdo i.ea of traittinr; his :ring':jrs do,^ a concert -viiic:!
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The first part of th-'-> pro:-ra"i is .^^.iven over entirely to the art of singin^:-.
Friendly or^':anization3, like the ./estseite Jaen^erkranz, directed by
Ix. Loluriueller, and the Danienchor L:/Ta, directed by H. *4., Rehberg, kindly
consented to participate and will eniiance tiie beauty of th3 proci^ram. The
second part of the oro^rain Vi/ill, in addition to sin-inr^, be dedicated to the
inuse of ''jaiety. Individual artists ..ill - ive recitations, rmyone who wishes
to enjoy hiinself in these sad tines should decide to acceot t:.e invitation,
v;hich is extended to sin ers, and to Ger'fiaas in f^eueral, to attend uhis son^
festival p,iven in nonor of .t. Rehber-:.

iiaturally, ^here v;ill be dancia: afi^er tl.e concert, and ^ood care will oe
taken to provide this jubilee v;ith >3ay danc ^ lausic. In the course of ohe
evenin:: those sinyers are to be }.:onor^ld v;ho have been .le.ibers of the
Richard ..acner organization for lany years. :.:r. .Lehber-^ vjill be nlad to

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extend Lis best /.ishes to his faithful sinr^ers .■ho have cultivated -er^rian
sour* v;ith hir:i roi* t.ventv-five years, and to thank taen X'or vorkin:, side by
side 7jith r.ir,i and for iiaking tl.e .ichard jafAiier i.^aennerchor wh-it it is ooday,
namely, one of the foreinost male choruses in ti^e city of Ohica']:o.

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Abendpost , July 3, 1932.

HENRY VON OEPSN, FiiLISD CHOIRJVIASTER TAKSI^^ BY DEiiTfl

German Coramimity Laments Loss of
Distinguished Song Leader

A life devoted to music, with special emphasis on the cultivation of the
German song, ended yesterday when Henry von Oppen, a highly esteemed citizen
of Chicago and for many years a leading choirmaster, paid the ultimate debt
to life at the age of eighty-three.

Henry von Oppen v/as endov/ed with excellent musical talent; his fame as an
artist was not limited to Chicago alone. Many singing societies are in-
debted to this master for their excellent achievements, obtainable only
when enthusiasm and devotion are united in the singing.

He v/as a native of Berlin, but immigrated to the United States in 1856,

immediately selecting Chicago as his domicile. He was soon in demand as

one of the outstanding violin and piano teachers in the city, and under 'n«

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his capable direction many a musician has been developed. Various sing-
ing societies also availed themselves of the opportunity to acquire the
services of this recognized instructor, and thus to retain the age-old
German customs, so dear to every one vrhose cradle v/as rocked in the
German Reich. His splendid services, of which he gave so abimdantly,
have been recorded in the annals of the Fidelia, the Sv/iss Hale Choir,
the Harugari, and the Hairaony sinking societies, v/hich rose to prominence
under his leadership. His was the rare distinction of having been Fidelia's
choirmaster for a period of fifty-four years, of having served the Swiss
Male Choir in the same capacity for a period of thirty-five years, the
Harmony Singing Society for tvrenty-eight years, and the Harugari Singing
Society for tv;enty years.

Henry von Oppen reached the pinnacle of his career four years ago v/hen
Providence granted him his wish to celebrate his golden jubilee as music
leader of the Fidelia Singing Society . • • • .

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His death is movimed bj' nimerous friends in both private and music
circles.

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AbendDost, LCay 2b, 1932.

TRFJl/x^HS OF THS G?:?!'..-;!: SONO

(Editorial)

The 'German sone is a constituent o^rt of German culture, v/hich cannot be
imagined without it» The old Germans celebr-ated their heroical deeds with
songs, and a fes.st without sonc;;s was unthinkable. The minnesingers of the
Middle Ages, the masters in^.^ers of the modern times, have carried on this
old tradition, and today the German sinrin^ societies are to be considered
the most important supporters of the German sonr at least, as far as chorus
singing is concerned. This is not done in Germany alone, but all over the
world, where Germans live, particularly in .imerica. The reputation of the
German singers in this country is the very best. German chorus singing is
highly esteemed and it deserves this high appreciation. The -ernan sing-
ing societies render, in the averar'^e, artistic performances, which are of
amazingly high value. It is alw':iys a real enjoyment to listen to their

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performances. It is not the singing in itself, v/hich makes the sin^-^ers
dear and valuable to us, but the 'German son:^- , which touches our hearts,
when sung by good voices, under good direction. The gratifying fact can
herewith be confirmed with satisfaction that rerman singing societies
are led by some good, even excellent conductors, under whose batons the
Germaji song in .America could achieve so many beautiful triumohs.

Only recently the sinrers of the united male choruses, with the German song
and perfect musical performance, gained so many new friends and admirers.
Under the direction of the Conductors Stock and Reckzeh, and partly ac-
companied by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the '}erman singers provoked
enthusiastic demonstrations of acclamation among the listeners and had to
give several encores. The acknowledgment of the critics was not less than
the aporeciation of the audience. .'e quote: ••The Ger:'.an singers v/ere awarded
the highest praise. The annual iusical festival of the North Shore festival
Association, v/ithin which unit, the singing performances were offered, can-

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not be thought of in the future without the cooperation of the Genaan
singers. The erman singers as heralds of the German songs, fulfill v/ith
their performances a high cultural task namely, they build a natural bridge
for a better mutual understanding^ betv/een people.

Folk lores, which are oopular in every country of the globe, reproduce the
true soul of the respective peoole. In its son^ text, the life with all
its joys and all its sorrov/s is reflected, and in its melodies can be
found in all forms and visions a herirt rendin^f interpretation. Joy and
sorrow, day by day find its transfiguration in the song. nJid when the
Americans hear German songs it will hel ; them to underst<ind German
characteristics better. From this aspect the German insistence to form
societies, which are not smaller than those, in the old homeland, must be
considered a real blessing. The German singers here in this country are
well liked and heard everywhere. It is very easy to listen to good or even
high-class soloists in concert halls, out it is not so easy to find ex-
cellent or even good choruses, and here the German singers can be given

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testimonial that they all offer good to high-class chorus singing. The
German -Americans have reason to be proud of their sin^^ing; societies, and
should do everything oossible to keep alive this German singing movement,
because it has gained them so many friends and will continue to do so in the
future •

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III B 2 Abendpost , Dec, ^0, 1951 •

CHOFxAL CCIIDUCTOR !!• A. HCEI^RG^S LCIJG C/iRHSH
Silver Jubilee of the Conductor of the Vereinigte Saenger

and the Vereinicte Danenchoere

The Vereinicte Saenger (United Singers) plan, as has already been announced,
to join the Vereinicte Damenchoere (United 7;omen»s Choruses) in celebrating
the silver jubilee of their conductor next Saturday evening in V/icker Park
Hall. They are anxious to honor the n£in v/ho has v/orked v/ith then for the
quarter of a century, and, they v/ish to prove to him hov/ much they appreciate
his efforts to promote Geinan sin.-ring.

Hehberg's Zarly I.iusical Career

H. A. Rehberg v;as born in Frankfvirt in the year 1874. He began his nusical
studies on the violin at the age of nine. T^lien he v/as fifteen years old,
he attended the music school at ..eiiiar, and after studying tv;o years he

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Abendpost , Dec, 20, 1931.

came to Chicago at the time of the :7orld»s Fair in 1335. In Chicago he
studied violin under Adolf Hosenbecker, played v/ith Rosenbecker in the
concerts at the North Side Turner Hall, and finally founded his own
orchestra, \iith v/hich he had Gi'eat success. But Rehberg vas not yet
satisfied; he yielded to his desire for further education and studied
composition, counterpoint, and orchestration, until a call as choir-
master to the singing section of the Plattduetsche Qrotgilde Lake View
:T\mber Three, which became the Heuter Singing Circle in 1899, offered g
hin a new vocation, that of choral conductor. cr

Hehberg as Conductor

A large number of Chicago singing societies v/ere airected by ijr. Rehberg in
the long period of years which ensued. In 1901 he became conductor of the
Arion Llaennerchor (!:en»s Chorus); in 1902 of the Oarfield Park Ilen^s Chorus;
in 1903 of the Forest Park Harmony Club, and in 1904 of the singing section

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of the Schv/aebischer Frauenverein (Sw/abian Ladies* Club). In 1905 Rehberg

foiinded the Damenchor Lyra (Lyra ;/onen*s Chorus), v;hich is still under his %

direction; in 1906 he took over the direction of the Franz Abt Llaennerchor. ^

In the saiae 3''ear, 1905, he undertook the direction of the Harlem llaennerchor. p

!.:r. Rehbers has directed the Steiro i3ainenchor (Styrian 7/onen*s Chorus) since ^

1929, and he also conducts the Polyh:,amia Damenchor and the Frauenchor Freiheit 3

(Liberty V/omen*s Chorus). —

Rehberc and the Vereinigte Saenger

In the year of his election as director of the Vereinicte Saencer, a new
success in the c^eat concert of singers in Schoenhofen Ilall was his reward.
Concerts in the Chicago Opera House and in the Ledinah Temple followed, and
after the combination of the Yereinigte Kaennerchoere with other organizations,
Rehberg and Tlans Biedermann, and later Reckzeh, conducted the united chorus of
a thousand voices.

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Abendpost , Dec. 20, 1951.

In the year 1925 Rehbere succeeded in or.-^anizinc the Yereinicte Damenchoere ,
an organization of three hundred voices.

The Vereinigte Danenchoere belonc to the orcanization of the Yereinigte
Saenger and as pa.^t of this society attended the singing festival of the
Northwestern Singing Society in L:ilv/a\ikee. The Yereinigte Saenger and
Yereinigte Danenchoere are looking for.vard v/ith great pleasure to the song ^
festival in St. Paul. ^

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Abendpost, Oct. 26, 1931.

GOLDEN JUBILEE CONCERT OF VEREINIGTS MAENNERCHOERE

Distinguished Performances Celebrate
Fifty Years of German Song

Under the most favorable conditions, the Jubilee Concert of the Vereinigte 5

Maennerchoere (United Men^s Choruses) was held yesterday evening at the Civic '^.

Opera House. The house was completely sold out; and long before the be- r-

ginning of the concert there was a large crowd at the entrance of the Opera ^

House. o

It was a bright, clear Sunday, a beautiful day, and the fine weather contributed
to the festive mood. It was a pleasure to visit the singers backstage and u^
to be infected with their joyous mood, to shake the hands of the festival
committee members — offering a voiceless congratulation, for mere words were
unnecessary.

Gathered here were our true Gernians, proudly displaying a gold leaf. Among

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them, dressed in their Sunday clothes, were men of the laboring classes — they
did not need foimal attire^ A tense silence prevailed in the auditoriiim — the
audience expectantly awaited the lifting of the curtain. Suddenly, as the
curtain rose, a shout of joy rose from the audience and Mr. J^vlJ Reckzeh
was greeted with loud applause. In his characteristic, informal manner he ^
turned to the orchestra and gave the signal to begin. The audience immediately 3^
became silent and the orchestra began to play the Overture. It was not ^
necessary to establish rapport; the singers were no strangers to the audience, r
they were members of the fttmilies of those v4io composed the audience, and ^
who felt as one with the singers from the very start. g

Of course there were many among them who were not connected by family ties

with the singers, but who came to celebrate, to enjoy German songs, and to t??

honor the host of singers. The following well-known people were there:

Mayor Cerraak; Richard Barthold f2X)m St. Louis; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Kruetgen;

Consul General and Mrs. Berthold Singer; the Austrian Consul, General M.

Girten; Mrs. Paul F. Mueller and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. Paul H. Mueller i

Mr. and Mrs. Nick G. Mueller; Mr. and Mrs. A. C. E. Schmidt of the Hamburg-

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American Line; Ludwig Plate of the North German Lloyd; Conductor H. A. Rehberg;
Dr* I* Hollingeri I. Schlittej M* Brisch; Mr. and Mrs. Leopold Saltiel; Mr.
and Mrs. Schadler; and a number of others, some of whom sat in their oKm
boxes, and others who sat with friends.

At the conclusion of the fourth number, the president of the Vereinigte
Maennerchoere , Joseph Keller, invited the president of the North American
Saengerbund, Mr. 0. Nuetzel from Louisville; and Messrs. I* Emme, A. Gill,
C. F. Pegenan, and the festival president, Mr. Theo. Pilgram, to take places
on the stage. Mr. Keller welcomed the audience in the name of the Vereinigte
Maennerchoere and thanked them for the large attendance with which the j^
Germans of the city had honored the singers, and \(tiich expressed the German
people's appreciation of the efforts of the Chorus to perpetuate German
songs. He then presented Mr. Nuetzel, the president of the North American
Saengerbund, who welcomed his "dear brothers and friends of German songs"
with the words, "V/here men sing, you may settle in peace, because bad men
do not sing".

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•'Unity and harmony are our aim,*' Mr. Nuetzel continued, '•As evidence of
harmony, I am presenting to the Vereinigte Maennerchoere, on this fiftieth
anniversary, my heartiest best wishes as the president of the North American
Saengerbund, and I hope that the Vereinigte Maennerchoere remain in existence
for a long time, to grow, blossom, and prosper. The North American
Saengerbund is proud of the Vereinigte k'aennerchoere of Chicago."

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Abondpost, Oct. 18, 1931. ^~"

FRj^IHKIT SINGING SOCIETY * v

A concert in "^•rchestra Hall, 'it'i the narticip-t • on of ". part of the
Ghicr'-o 3yr.iphony Orche:jtrn , alv;ays offers artistic enl ^^.-^lent. This
'.■:as pp'ven anev: by the concert v;Uch the Singer Association ?reiheit5
arran,:;:.ed last Sunday, under tiie leadersVin of G.nductor Karl Iceckzeh,

That the Singer Asi-ociation Freiheit cultivat.-o Gcm-'-m oou-^-o, having
this in corjion 7;ith our ::!.'^.r.y .en's c'loruses, is be'^'-.nd orie tiont th.et
at its last concert it v;as strivin.'j for '^.i *her aiiis, v.lth sreoit success,
does "rodit to t'lis a^sociotion*

'/hat the chorus, in conlunction r;ith the "J ica'*o 3vn-ori'- 0 ■ hestra,
offered in its proi^rrji mr.:bers, does credit to it and also to its
conductor. The .i Gapella Ossian c';'^rus ra^e o brilliant i::pre3oion; the
careful rehearsal v;as easil-.- discernible, and the audience expressed its
ad .iration .;ith loud a nolauee.

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Otl:e^rc:V3n* . "I'ni.:ht o'"viG93 his Shield ':-v.rer" v;^.s tho cliinnx oT the
concert. T' is s\T::^hon"' i.iolces ■:.^-:o.t claims uTDon the :,ien"br^rs of the
chorus PS vjell as the c "iic'uctor , vrhc :." "..1:':3:1 the::iseives of t'.is tash
in an sr.cellent v;ay. The thr"" ■> verses 7;jre b'^'_iuti fully perromed.

The soloist vras in no v/ay 'nf3rior to the s'.orus, Lucia Altoonjian
possesses a ''.or.ioni jtis voice; its heauty vras snch^anced by the orchestr
accompaniment • Alfr-sd I.'ilt jnbor^ ^rovod himself a hi -hly ^ifted .oiano
virtuoso, who sos.":es30s a brilliant t'?c" ..i _ue. In tiie ev^nin^;: a :.ierry
entert'^iir-ent folio-red in I.ozart il-ll.

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Abendpost , Sept. 14, 1951.

LADIES' GliORUS "LYUA" . ., • -• -"'"

Yesterday afternoon, at the Lincoln Turner Ilall, the ladies* chorus "L^rra"
gave its fall concert, imder the direction of Conductor H, A, Rehberg, r.nd
with the participation of other sin,^ins societies. In spite of the hot
weather, a large audience v/as present and the Ladies^ chorus "Lyra" can once
Tiore look back upon a full success. The introduction plajT-ed by Henlce's
orchestra v/as a rausical success, and earned a loud applause fron all those
present.

The ladj ^'~' chorus "Lyra," v/hich its president, Mrs. Llathilde Hager, has
undertttento ^ceep at its hei.^-ht for eleven years, sang: "Dear Hone, Sweet
Peace, and the lively Old V/onen^s VJaltz, v;hich, under the leadership of
Rehberg, brought forth to full effect the excellent soprano and alto voices.
Then follov:ed "Do You See the Clouds Pass in the Evening," vj^ -^erfully per-
formed by the Richard V/agner Len's Chorus, next caiae Durruer's "Conjuring
of the Storm," in v;hich the whole force of the powerful voicj^j could be
appreciated.

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After these ceane the Independent Ladies* Chorus, vjhich sang the "3-ypsy Love
Song" by Victor Herbert, and succeeded by the V/est Side Singing Circles.
The latter perfoined "Re.ienbr--nce and Lloming Gall," which elicited great
applause from the grateful audience.

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GSM/IAN

Abendpost, Aug* 21, 1931 •

BRUInFO ESCKT, PRESIDEirr OF
THE IL\iaiOI.Tr JIIIGIMG SOCIETY, IS D2aD

The death of Bruno Knecht, the prominent veteran singer associated ivith
the German singing societies, is mourned by all who knew him. His loss
is keenly felt by the Harmony Singing Society of which LIr. Knecht served
as president for many years. For some time, a stubborn heart ailment had
interfered with his usual participation in German activities, and despite
his heroic fight against invalidism, he succumbed yesterday.

Bruno Knecht was born in Zurich on February 11, 1874. He came to this
country thirty-four years ago selecting Chicago as his place of residence.
He became intensely interested in the activities of the Germans of Chicago,
almost immediately becoming their adviser and, in the course of time a
prominent leader. Under the excellent leadership of Mr. Knecht, the
Harmony Singing Society became recognized as one of the outstanding sing-
ing societies in this city. The United L!Iale Choir owes its good reputation

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in part to the services rendered by that beloved singer, while his zealous
activities in connection with the celebration of the National Singing
Festival, in 1924, are still well remembered.

He was the outstanding figure at all German activities which followed the
dark years of the World War, including the subsequent campaigns for philan-
thropic contributions by the Germans of this coiintry. And again - in re-
sponse to the call - he worked untiringly to unite his people under the
banner of the German Day celebration. The German Day committee has lost
one of its most ardent co-workers and one of its beloved honorary presi-
dents.

Mr. Knecht followed the political affairs of the nation rather closely,
taking a keen interest and an active part in election campaigns.

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GEnMi\N

Abendpost , Llay 11, 1931.

SPPJITa CCKCERT OF TH3 SOUTH SIDE! SINDING

3CCILTY

V/ith all the outv/ard sirens of success, the South Side Singing Society
arranf^ed its spring concert under the direction of Conductor Sivald
Barginde. V/ith the over-^ure ''Berlin, how it cries and laughs/- by
C. Gouradi, the orchestra of "^ofessor A. Bardeleben opened the first
half or '.'he program. Immeaiately after this, t:ie South Side Singing
Chorus sang ''Sileno Valley," by K. Schmidt. Later in the evening the
chorus sang ''There are Still Days of the Roses," by Bauragartuer. The
songs v/ere sung in a perfect mann'^r and the audience applauded heartily.
Daniel Jager, president of the society, welcomed the members and friends
of the society, thanking the::i for their large attendance. The Singing
Society considers it its duty to promote social activities among the
Germans. In this and other friendly societies, German- speaking men and
women have united to cultivate and promote German songs.

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Abendpost , llay 11, 1951.

Max ^ratt sang *'My Wiole Heart Is Yoiirs," by Lehar. Eratt possesses a
voice of pxeat volume v/hich he used in a very irapressive manner •
Unending applause compelled him to r::ive encores of "You 7Jill Also Deceive
Lie Sometimes" and "Come, Zigan," fron the "Countess Maritza" operetta.

Also v/orthy of mention was the sin^^ing trio coi posed of Carl 7Jieser and
his two sons. This musical family sang "The Tave Cannoners," and "Three
Healthy Styrians," with Zither accompaniment, "The Shepherds 'lorning Song,"
Cornet solo by M. Ivreppel, was also well received and applauded.

A play, "The First Love of Little Charley," concluded tho pro-^ram. The
cast of the play was made up by Theresia Tilckhardt, Theresia Predl, Sam
Geigner, Joe ./alter, John Predl, and Karl iUckhardt. All players under-
stood that their job ras to make the audience laugh.

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Abendpost, May 4, 1931.

SONGFBST OF UNrTSD LIHIN'S CHORUS*

Attendance in the Lincoln Turnhalle was very large. The song evening, which
was arranged by the United Men's choruses yesterday afternoon in the Lincoln
Tiirnhallo, was a great success. Because it was intended as cm introduction to
the Golden Jubilee of the United Lien's choruses in October, it can be expected
that this jubilee of the great singing organizations with their 800 members
will receive well deserved honors. Yesterday's concert proved how the great
number of singers, "marched separately" to meet the great day of the jubilee.

Good Organization.

The presidents of the societies before the beginning of the con .ert drew the
numbers in which order the societies should sing, and on the right side of the
stage was displayed in turn the number and the name of the society which had
it. Everything was prepared in an exemplary nanner ajid carried through
precisely.

The festival committee was under the direction of Theodore Birkham, and con-
sisted of the following gentlemen: Paul 11. \^agnsr, 'J. Frankel, J. Ruhl, A.
Glanche, ticket treasurer and Messrs. J. Giese, secretary; Schneidewind,

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treasurer; Hieb, Beron and Arendt. L:r. C. F. Pegenan was president of the
music coEmittee. In his welcoming address, Mr. Birkhain expressed his great
pleasure over the large attendance, and pointed to the Golden Jubilee on
October 25th, which, in consideration of the big crowd to be expected, will be
celebrated by a mass concert in the new opera house.

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jjj Q Abendpost . Apr, 20, 1931,

GSRMiiK

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PREoECTATION OF PL'iNDEL'S '^SiVvISON'' A R.^RE PLSilSUHE
Lutheran Teachers* Chorus Sams ^^ell-Deservad Applause

Yesterday afternoon Handel's oratorio "Samson" was sung by the Lutheran
Teachers* Chorus in Orchestra Hall. Handel *s inccMparable lausic came to
a performance, Vwhich would have brought him new friends, if this were
necessary. It should be pointed out, that it is a pleasure to report this
concert. William Lester was appointed organist, and in this position he
had the opportunity to prove his mastery of the instrument. The same can
be said of his colleague on the piano. Archer Farrell. The orchestra was
composed of thirty members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, who did full
credit to the difficult music of Handel.

The Chorus

The Lutheran Teachers* Chorus is too well-known, to cause surprise at its
excellent performance. Their well-trained voices and expert readin,^ of the
score, as it is expected of teachers, their readiness in following the

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conductor, all contributed prominently to their excellent expression.

Edith Trewartha sang the soprano-solo parts • V/alter Tenny san^ ^^Samson.^
His voice was tender and soft and at the same time quite pov/erful* Izlsther
Lluenstermann sang the alto-solos # She was loudly acclaimed, Rayiiund Koch
sang the bass roles# A man with such a voice is not found every day on
the concert stage.

The Conductor

Geo. L. Tenny is the conductor of the Teachers' Chorus, which gave such en-
joyment to the listeners. He must be complimented for having achieved great
success with this work.

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Ab ^ndpost , Apr. 6, 1931.

ILASTK CONCERT OF THE] CHICAaO ZITI-HR
CLUB A aiOAT SUCCESS

The Chicago Zither Club considers it an honor that its "faster concert gave
a few hours of entertainmsnt to its members and their friends.

./ith the co-operation of the Styrian Singing Society under the leader- ^ ^ .. -, ,
ship of Ludwig Schwartz, and the Chicago Mandolin Orchestra, under Fritz \ j ' "'V'/
Brockmuller, a performance was jiresented which consisted of overtures,
marches, etc.

Conductor F. Stab la cleverly solved the task. President Kurt Reichel^s
welcome address was followed by the Chicago Zither Club^s orchestra, which
played two selections.

The evening's success may be credited ncit only to the quintet, quartet,

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Abendpost > -npr. 6, 1931.

and trio, but also to the soloists, all of vrhom did their best to make a
success of the p rformance. Miss Frances Kaufmann (Zither), I.Iiss Sophie
V/ellitz (llandolin), and :jps. Johanna 3icherl (Zither) played the "Onome
Dance" and an oric^inal "Lander"" in a remarkably clever way. They
received great ap ;lause frofri the audience, which they rewarded by playing
an encore. The "Isar Phantasy" found a splendid interpreter in Max Schiels.
Miss Therese Zschbach san/^ tv;o soprano solos, "Q,uiet as the Ni^ht" and
"Zillerthal, you are my joy," ohe was accompanied on the piano b^'- :iiss
Ida iilschbach.

The management of the performance ;ms in charge of a committee consisting
of lir. Hurt Heichel, president; Llax Schiele, secretary; Richard Ilehls,
treasurer, and I.!ax Blatz, cashier of ticket sales.

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Abendpost . Feb, 16, 1931.

AHIUVERSARY FESTIVAL

THE GrllCAOO LIEDERKEANZ CELEBRATES IN THE IIOZART HALL

Last Sunday the Chicago Liederkranz celebrated its twenty-third aiiniversary
in the Mozart Hall. The celebration attracted many guests, among them the
Gary Liederkranz, who participated actively in this program.

The man in charge of the singing was conductor Hans Wagner. The Chicago
Liederkranz sang **Heimat," by C. Kenker, and '•Der Spielmann,'* by E. Kraemer.
These songs received great applause. The Gary Liederkranz sang "Eltemhaus
zu Valender am Rhine," by R. Huetten. "Sangergelobniss,** by Doering, was
sung in unison by both societies. Leader Hans Wagner proved that his singers
were well trained. Loud applause greeted them every time they sang.

The president of the Chicago Liederkranz, Fritz Karienfeld, welccaaed the

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guests^ and called their attention to the 3ilver Jubilee to be held within
two ^ars. He expressed the hope that this festival will be v/ell attended
by the public*

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JOINT CdlCSRT

Under the leadership of conductor H, iCoruemann, the Blue Island Lieder
kranz, the Ladies' choir, and the church choir of the Ravenswood
Evan^^elical Congregation, in Pastor Alfred Meyer's church at Pensec;ola
and Hoyne Avanues, arranged a joint concert ;;hich was v;ell attended*

Conductor K, Koruemann succeeded, althoup^h the tine was short for the
proper rehearsal of the one hundred voices that made up the chorus, in
achieving a great success.

Three times did the united choirs appear, and each time every one of the
members showed that the choirs, although separated during their rehearsals,
had been prepared by the same maestro.

The two numbers from 'Tannhauser," arranged for rrdxed choruses, as well as

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the sextet from '^Lucia," were parformed faultlessly. If the request
had not been made to omit applause, out of respect for the church, a
thunderous ovation v/ould have rewarded the singers and their conductor.

Each of the choirs, the Blue Island Ladies' choir, the men's choir
Liederkranz, and the church choir, gave solo auditions. In these each
showed excellent prei>ttration. It was a pity, indeed, that no applause
was permitted. Most of the organ accompaniment was played by Mr. CJarl
V/eiss, son of the well-known organist at the St. Paul Church on Fullerton
Avenue. Carl is a master of his instrument, which he proved by a solo
perforraance. Cello player Israel Greenfield must also be praised. The
way he masters his instrument is a credit to his teacher. An organ and
piano duet by Mr. and Mrs. Koruemann was well liked.

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Miss Gert37ude Cook, and her sister Martha recited a duet by Bellini.
To conclude the musical program, Betty Sck-Stott, soloist of the
Ravenswood choir, played wit:i unusual mastery a composition by Ljmes.
Pastor Meyer thanked the guests and the singers from Blue Island.
To the latter he said that it had been kind of them to make a long
trip in order to help make a success of the concert.

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The *'Caritas-Concert" of the United ''en's Choruses, ^i^'^^- -or tliO benefit of
the uneiiiplcyed Geriiians of Ghicgo, v:cs a splendid success financially. The
concert yielded a surpl^js of about 4,000 dollars ^.hich v;ill te distributed
ai;ionc the unerr loyed Ge:'i;ians of Chicago.

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C}a:aTY C0KC2RT OF TEE \^R:ii:i(}'fZ LI^IilCI^CIICZR:^ U:J^T3 iVPPROVAX
Dele^-ates of the Larger Societies Promise Hieir Support

Further I.Ieetincs

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Forty -five delegates of the larger Gennaii societies assembled ^''esterday at -a

the Steuben Club to plan additional preparation for the great charity concert o

v/hich villi be given by the Yereinigte :.:aennerchoere (United Llen^s Choruses) \j^

at the i:edinah Tenple on Deceinber 7. Tue net receipts v/ill be handed over to ro
the Gerraan Society and v;ill be distributed aiiong uneriployed and destitute
Germans,

As representative of the Genuan Society, its president, Consul General
I.Iichael F. Girten, attended the meeting. Lr. Girten e:>q)lained to his
listeners that the Genaan Society* s help is very much in demand, and that
somehov; or other it must ::et over a critical year. Not only is it short of
cash; it is also in need of all useful articles of clothing, bedding, etc.

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The deler:ates present proir.ised, v/itliout exception, the active co-
operation of their orc'inizations in the preparations for the charity' concert, p:
and it vns resolved to continue to nake arran^einents for the concert. C

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At yesterday's neetinc attention v;as called to the lact that it v;as not S.

advisable for ncv;ly arrived LTjiicrants to seel: help at the various County co

agencies or at those of the United Charities because of the danger of their :^

beinc reported to the irunicration authorities and eventually deported as '"^
aliens v/ho have becone a burden to the public.

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TLHH COITCORDIA !:2N^1-CHC^^.U J CELZBRATi:^ A PAICIOIIIDUS 73rd AimiYj]RSARY

The Concordia Men*3-Chorus celebrated its 73rd anniversary at the National
Hall with a concert and dance. The proc::raia was opened with several songs of
the Concordia Men's-Chorus under the excellent direction of its conductor
C. A. Bohler, These were followed by son*:^ recitals, performed by several
singing societies v;ho v;ere present as guests. The managei.ient of the festival
was in the hands of Messrs. '.in. F. Behrends as chairraan, Aa^st Uhlers as
treasurer, and V/m. Thuring as president, of the Concordia Men's-Chorus.

The Concordia I^en's-Chorus vras established in 1857, and is one of the oldest
singing-aocieties in Chicago. The members not only cultivated the German song,
but devoted a part of the time of their meetinf^s to mutual advice, spiritual
education and interchange of ideas about the most important political questions
of the day.

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The Concordia Men*s Chorus has been, since 1881, one of the most active
singing societies of -he "Ilorth-Americap 3inger-3imd-' and was one of the
founders of the United Ivlen's-Choruses of Chicago*

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ui'iT^D LSN's CHORUSES CFFCR GFiC'GC sg:'3thi!'g •i::'Ti--:i:LY 1^2.:

At the Lincoln Turner Hell the United x.Ian's Choruses of Chict.^o, offered
liust ni£,ht so-.ething entirely nev» to music -lovint^ Gl-ice;gouns , v/ho enjoyed
ixn evening of songs during v/hich twenty-one Iran's Choruses, Li^de into tvi^elve
groups, SL.ng under the bc^ton of a teinp^r^ry conductor. This event Ccin be
looked upon as un ex^niple of this year's ^^^ei^t Kationc.1 ^ini^^rs Festival.

It should be stated in advance that the hails usually at the disposal of
our Man's choruses are not sufficiently lc.rge for such occcsions us last
night's. The Lincoln Turner Hall was overcrowded to such an extent that a
person could be thankful of bein^ able to find standing place. Nevertheless

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the performunca wus batiutifulj the Vnitsd Lien's Choruseo, thruu^h their
splendid singing at lust night's '^i^wenin^ of Songs," have achieved gretit
success.

Apprecic.tive singing is not unknown in Gerinciny. Yesterday's evening,
re.T.inding us of this Gernkcn love for oin^in^, brought forth the ^vish to
intruiuce similar arrangements hc;re in America, especially in Chiccigo
with its fifty lien's choruses, as Mr. C* F. Pegenun mentioned in his
v/elcorne adaress. Being the chuirnt^n of the music comr::ittee of the United
Lien's choruses and yeoterii^y's "Jivening of oon^s," Mr. Pegenan was requested
to ^/elcome the great audience in tho name of the immense union of twenty-
three men's choruses of IZOO voices. ;/ith enthusiastic words, he praised

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the high ideal which influences the German singers in their doings i Gultive.tion
of thj German song, this incoripuruble tre^-sure of the German to cultivate
the German language, habits, and custor.s. Ke mentioned the Chicago Singers
Festival of I9<i4 and the unforgettable days of i9*i8 in Vienna. *'V/ho listened
to the son^s of 40,000 singers ther6," he decl:-.red, **will ulso foster here
in America the Germi;.n song. And next ye^r we celebrc^-te our Gulden Jubilee."

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^ HT:RTcr^: oj^ r;-K:::: ca :r.; :ill ^^ ircR:.r:D

Corru^ittoe of jTCir.inent Crornan-->io:-icr.ns Receive Assurr.nce

7ron Insull rtnd .TohiiGon

The v;iGhe:> of nurrxOrouf; opera visitor:^, v:ho Mre of rroman extraction, -and
7/ho fro^i a visvr^oint of ^onti.^ior.t a:-: v/ell as of taste, naturcili:' r^rofer
Ck^rnan opera,- :ill receive r,T>-:^,cial consideration nurinr; the ne>rt opera
season, A corriittee consist inr: of proriinont "^eri.ian-.vnericans, received
this as.mrance from >ariuol Insull, president .. ; t:ie Giv*-C Cpera Co., and
..dv.'ard Johnson, nana.^er of the opera, in the course of a. discus >ion, v.^hich
v;as held at the opera house yest-.orday afternoon anu at v/hich the I'essrs.
Insull and Johnson on one side, -ma as representatives of "ohe G-er.nan-
^cierican 8le--ient esr,rs. ]rne5t J. ."ruet-en, ciairnan of the G-erman C>roup
of the .'orld ?air, -attorney Otto i^\ Reich, C. 7. le.^enan, Oscar itoffels,
president of th- ''.>er:ian Club, an^ ..'illiari R-thinan, president of the Steuben
Club, participated,

.07. Johnson as v;ell as It. Insull euphasized that the -jishes for the perfornance

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of O-eman o"oera v;ill bo considered bscaune of tho lively interest sb.orm
by tliis >^rou"^'. for t>io Toerformarce:^- durin.^ the lust .season.

The coninr^ season v:ill brin^ an expansion of "s-eman repertoires, particularly
of '.'a.'Tnerian operas, /don.'^ those v/hich are ta.en in vievj ':ill be the
'^* 'eistorsin^.er,"

llYi v:ishen of tho re-)resentativer^ of th/j Crer:nan-"inerican eleMent is based
upon the effort to r';ach an O'^uality of the '?rer:ian re^ej-toire.^, v/ith those of
Italian and j'rench. fhe opera nanafvericnt i- v/illin/^ to i~:Ot t :c3e :*;ishes as
much as 'possible, and -/ill increa e its aersonnel in tbo near future. That
the opsra nanagement consid-^rs the financial viev.Tpoint of this arrance'ient ,
is a Matter of course. It "ill, therefore, lar-oly depend on tho lovers of
Grerman opera to prove by lar -e attenrhmces of l-errian perform- moos, t'"»at tboir
v;ishes for the reT)ortoires expansion v;ore co mlied '.;ith«

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IHE SEN3FSLDER UEDERKRANZ HONORS OLD IffiMBER

Mr. Fritz Schollenber^er, member of the Senefelder Liederkranz (Singing Circle),
celebrated an event which does not occur every day, namely, his fiftieth anni-
versary as a singer in the Senefelder Liederkranz.

He joined this society a year after his arrival in Chicago, and has belonged to
the society uninterruptedly for half a century.

The singing society, which the celebrant has faithfully served in various capaci-
ties, as registrar, financial secretary, and assistant conductor, did not over-
look the opportunity to honor Mr. Schollenberger, who is one of its oldest
members.

At the society's entertainment last evening at the Swiss Clubhouse,

Mr. Schollenberger was jjresented by the president of the Senefelder Liederkranz,

Mr. Robert Schwane, with a gift in remembrance of his fiftieth year as a member.

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With words of thanks for his faithful co-operation, and hearty wishes for the
future, Mr. Schwane presented him with a valuable cane, vdiich was adorned with
the golden emhlem of the society and an appropriate inscription. After hearty
words of thanks from Mr. Schollenberger, and songs by the society, the small
but elevating celebration was ended. The participants in the entertainment
stayed for a long time and joyously helped Mr. Schollenberger celebrate.

Mr. Schollenberger was born in Wuerttemberg, Germany, and cane to Chicago in
1879. He celebrated his golden wedding anniversary in 1928. He is by profession
a mason*

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CHICACO ^AC^T OHOHlfS HOLDS
'/.■ELL-ATTITTT^^D PR'^-CHRIST^'i^r. F^.^.TJYAJ.

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....The Chicafro Bach Chorus, under the direction of Siegfried Prarrer, filled

the audience in Orchestra Hall yesterday v;ith reverence, and whoever was not F

already inspired by the Christnas spirit v;as surely made conscious of it.

The Chorus nnd Boys* Choir, accoiapanied by a powerful organ and orchestra,
gave, as the opening nunber, '^IHin' feste Burg ist unser Ootf. This v;as the ^,
first public presentation of the comnositlon in Ghica/^o, and manv, in thought, -^i
repeated the v;ords — *'Frorn the Oreat ".orld Beyond I Cane. **

T^ext came an a cappella selection, sun^ in perfect unison — "Thoughts of Advent" —
giving expression to tue intense human longing for deliverance.....

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v.'ith well-defined motions, Conductor Pra^rer dir-^cted the en^semble v/ork of
chorus and orchestra; the choir responded v;illinf^ly, ea^^erly, pivinp* its best.

The **D-flat ^:ajor Fupue", played by ^^dvvin Stanley vdth his usual mastery,
served as a :»relude to the concert.

Mr. Fraprer lad the Chicago Si^/mphony Orchestra durinr the presentation of the
"Brandenburg Concerto T'umber Three". It is to bo ro^^retted that the conductor
could not be induced, despite persistent apT>lause, to repeat even a part of
the v/onderful score. One lonred to congratulate him and the musicians.

After the choral offerinr, "The Heavens are Telling? tho Olories of Cod," the
public remained seated, and the applause was so insistent that the director
finally responded with an encore. It is my candid opinion that no one ivould
have objected to an entire repetition of the program.

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I-ecoipt3 G-iven to Charity;
Ore ;d9d 'ouse

The ■'oartici'^ant.^. in yesterday's concert by the ''^hic:5.'^o oin-in-^*
oocisty, p;iven at th3 Crr.)c.t lortiiern iotel, v; re re-'arded v;ith
,g:en9rou2 acclairr. by a grateful public. ..ftar all, the -nroTarn
provided unusual selections.

rhe chorus, ciroctec by Hans ..arlov/, -./ho arran^^ed the -orof^ran,
luaintaiiied itii customary excellence, obviously intent upon
preservin,?: the enviabl^^' ro]mtation attained ^ander ' oeppler's
leadership. Thus, the individual nu.nbers v;ere hi.^hly successful.
The folklore .jon.^s and the Jv/abian dance iriOlodies probably proved

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■lost a])pealinf^.

Vlie fourth nuiaber -.vas ciedic;ited to the menory of '"oepDler. It vras

no dir^-e, hut rat:ier a jubilant song pT'oclairiin- death to be transitory

and the soirit to be eternal.

It v;as re'-^rettable that Marlov/'s request to abstain fron anplause
because of the solOiin character of the selection was disrer:arded»

The most conspicuous feature v:as undoubtedly the appearance of the
soloists, I-rincess Tsianina and Harry G-illman, It is difficult to
analyse the art of Irincess Tsianina. It evokes the inpression as
though one v/ere suddenly confronted v:ith another lan^ua^e, even
thou:^h the foriii adiered to customary nrecedents. 'fer sonorous

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voice, of rLezzo-Goprano calib-r, -.ho;ved in"ratiatin.':r qualities,
bespeaking splendio ^choolin.^* One porceived, at randon intervals,
al.ioot i-ibtallic Gounds, v;hich divosteo th-3^;selve3 of the conventional,
rev-E^rtin-^ to abcrin:inal expres^iioniGra. In her ''"^anoo -ionc'' this
"recrudescence" especially m^uiifested itself. Tae singer ^s ar-:s
sho?7-jdthat rovrin? has not been an unaceustoned activity in the past.
Her "i'"'li;--hu fron Civilization'' bordered on the supernatural.

:;hen sh- added Franz ^s "In tho /all" (in ^^Ternan), the Indian r-ong
"Her -Uanlcot" (in -.n-lish), and "Vativinio" (in Italian), she -as
riven v/ell-::i -h unending ar)-)lau::e, :;-,ich even increased in measure
77hen the remarkable arti-jt, Goated at the T)iano, Gan- and nla'/od
"The 'aters of klnnetonVa" and "Pale oon."

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larry ?:. Gillinan, vicliniot, attained \\2 r.v.ne artistic T^rf action.
The "?au3t ?"iantasy," by .'inia'vsl-ri , --aG fabulous in technique and
rendition. :Iis technique, brilliant in itcelf , ^^roved :nont
i:iTiressivo in hio fir.it encore, a violin duet "olaycd in dour le
sto:^s. In a .^en^')^ous mcod, he finally added '^Fiebi-^*s Poem,"

The accompaniment in the non a ca-nella select iono of the chorun
played b;; -dss Liarie Stance in full jonforrance v;ith her custor.ary
Liasterly manner.

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FALL CCNC}i:RT
Splendid Offerings of the Tirolean Male Chorus

The usual Fall concert of the Jirolean ;:ale Chorus -'as given at the
Lincoln Turner Hall yesterday afternoon ♦

The Tiroleans stiCA to-^ether, and th^ir neidibors, the Bavarians,
and even the Pomraeranians gV'e them aiapls support. They feel
quite at home ai.icng the musically inclined children of the
mountains. The ^-^irls and fellov/s appeared in costumes, as a
Tirolean concert cannot b given differently. After all it
repre ;>ent3 a true picture of the people in their ovm land,
with their songs and dances. V/ith that in mind, this program
was Qolorful and varied. It consisted of men's, women's, and

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mixed choral renditions not to mention some of the songs, which despite
of their sentin:ental strain v;ere lively and jovial, ^i^bove all, that
typical indigenous hunior of the Tircleans v;as not rr.issing. The girls,
v/ith their ty^^ical dresses a-flying, danced rhythiuically >;hile the
boys applauded and slapped their leather trousers to express tneir
joy, until the noise assuraed the proportions of raachine-gunnery*

The instrumental renditions were no less exciting.

IJenry Larchetti 's zither selections proved the inherent astounding,
expressive qualities of the zither v;hen a master plays it. Italph
vVassner's violin brought roaring acclaim, and Llizi Adraont Y/as
stunning. Her rendition v:as an imposing accomplishment. She played
so wonderfully that the violin even sounded when the bow had finished
its work. Joseph Fallbacker, form.er ruler of the Bavarian heaven,

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and at present eternally youthful patriarch of Lake Llarie, Antioch,
and nearby counties, portrayed the native hiniorous characters.

Dr. J. Kobalter, president of the Allied Austrian Clubs, gave a short
speech.

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ORPHEUS MALE CHORUS' SDITIETH ANNIVERSARY

The 60th anniversary of the Orpheus Male Chorus, a festival in which the
merry-making spirit of German minstrels prevails, was celebrated Saturday
evening at the Social Turner Hall. A great number of friends of the
Association oame to hear the jubilee program, which consisted of a concert
fashioned after the traditions of this Club in bygone years. The concert
was followed by a ball.

Simultaneously with the Club's sixtieth anniversary, one of its singers,
George Hellmann, a Chicago-born German, celebrated his fiftieth year as
a member of the Club. He was honored by a speech eulogizing his staunch
adherence and collaboration, and presented with fifty dollars in gold.

The popularity which the Club enjoys, particularly among sinr.ers, v;as
amply shown at yesterday's festivities. Not only a great number of friends
came, but even many singing societies participated, among them the Arion,

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the Liedertafel Vorwaerts, Senef elder Liederkranz, and Harmony. Other
organizations sent congratulatory telegrams, one arriving even from the
North American Singers Alliance of St. Louis, Missouri.

After the Club's welcoming address by its president V/. Frankel, the concert
was announced* Karl Reckzeh functioned as the leader. The chorus, consisting
of forty members, sang with precision. Great expressiveness proved to be one
of its foremost qualifications, giving ample evidence that the Orpheus regards
German melodies with veneration and that it enjoyed proper schooling under the
tutelage of its director. The applause was therefore well earned in every
respect •

The main feature of the festivity was the solo numbers by Nesta Smith, violin,
and Emma Fteericks, soprano. Their performance earned them prolonged applause.

Throughout the festivities, the true singers' sentiment, the symbolical spirit
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friendly spirit has done a great deal in keeping the Club alive. Worthy
of praise for the success of the festival are the officials of the Orpheufe,
who worked untirin^^ly and to whom we are indebted for the very existence
of the Club.

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25:H A^J.TIVTISA'T 0? '^YiJ: ;0,i::I'3 CHORUS
"LYRA" CZLS3R.\7'ZJ) I i: C0:>IC:::RT.

**V/hen a society, like the Lyra V'ornen's C-.orus is fortunate enow'h^ to cele-
brate its 25th anniversary^, it indicatea that even in this country men and
:7orr!en love German songs'*.

..ith these 'vords, the president of the "United Sin;:ers" and t e '^Union of
"iiigei^s of :'orti- /iinerica", C. \. ..'ehrheim, greeted the Lyra vrorrien's Chorus
v/hich yesterday celebrated its silver jubilee in Lincoln Turner riall. And
not only for the sinfiny society \;a3 it a jubilee, but also for its conductor,
A. H. Rehbor^^, \"ho rr?s the founder of the^'Lyra .7ornen*s Chorus", -.nd rho had
been its conductor throurhout the 25 years; and likewise for ''r. Piehberg's
Y/ife v;ho is the o-^.lv one of the wor^.cn co-founders still livin^ ^md -oartici-
TDatin-^ actively. !Tr, and ''rs. Rehberp^ v/ere honored, acccrdinely, v/itli
flov/^rs.

Participating in the concert besides the Lyra, './ere alno the United Lcidies
Choirs, the T^st Side 3in[;;in^ Circle; and the Richard R'agner men's chorus.

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A.cco:ir)-^.ni"^.ent v;:?.s furnished by A. Hen'io's orchostr-..

V.v. Rehberg proved vdth ye3terday's p^rforir: nee, thnt lie counts 'imong the
most -Drominent conductors of the Ge''r:ia'^-A: lerican sinring societies: the nuin-
bers offered by his 2;roup v/ere fine Si.eci'.enG of -che art of Ger.-r.n choir sing-
in^:, v;hich affected deeply even those, '.vho \7ere not Germans.

The concert reached its artistic climax \7ith th© t/o soprano solos, Santuz-
ze's aria from "Cavulleria Rustican?;.*', and "Yon Precious I.- lis** from ohe
opera *'?annhauser", sun^^ by I.'r^3• Hildef^nrd C. Kraerner, formerly a dramatic
singer in Vienna. She possesses an e/.cellent voice, as ^vell as an excellent
techni:,ue. The youthful pianist, T'arjfiret "./illem, accompanied ''--rA merited a
share in the rich applause accorded the soloist, "^oth ladies were r^iven
beautiful flowers in aporecia'Gion of their artistic nerf orrrances.

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6137 A:::iiT]RSAriY of ti:

SS-IE7ELDER SrrrllK} 30CIETY.

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The Senefelder Singing Society celebr-^ted its 61st anniversary last Sat-
urday in the Lincoln Turner H ^1, under the leadership of the chairniPn
of its -^.nusernent cor.ii.iittse, P* ul Perny.n. \ program of entert'iinr::ent v/as
follov/ed by d^ncin^:. The st-ige v^-as decorated with pal::.s and flags of the
society; the t^:bl3s were adorned \'r±zh fresh roses • Prey's orchestra sup-
plied the concert -^nd d^nce niusic. The chorus of 100 sinfers, under the
leadership of the society's conductor, Karl Reckzeh, offered several songs,
which v/ere greatly applauded. Sever- 1 hurroristic dialogues were recited
by Otto Reutert, v/hich also v;ere very nuch appl-^uded.

However, t:-:e princip-1 number of the evening was the address of the presi-
dent of the society, Hans Hanacher, v/ho af::er welcomin^^': the ^ue=^ts heart-
ily, r-'ferred shortly to the history and present condition of the society,
and also of the corning 25th anniversary celebration of !.!r, Reckzeh, as
conductor of the "Senefelder Singing Circle*'. He then spoke of ohe young
generation of singers, ^Aid oraised them as splendid people, who, he hoped,
will help to celebrate the society's 100th anniversary, because, he said.

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r^iernbers of rrany ye-rs* 3t"2idi:r' of the o-Miefeldor Circle, 3o::ie of whor.-:, in
spite of -^sh-i^ir oO ^^3 r^ of r' :bershir», s'^ill ■••articin^.te ev rv Fricla^' ni^ht
at the rohe rs'^-ls, are no rarity.

!'r. Harnacb^r oevabe;i o. chort ■t^ii::o to the remGnbr'i.'-ce of tho (lece-^sed co-
loundor of tho Gociet^', ITeinrich .\ir.*i;st Plau^z; he then r3ferre.l ■::o the ^reat
nu'.-bex^ of "Ohe ol:', faithful, approved "'^on^'-brotlv-rs'^ .h.G uGre able to be
present --'nd to trike o'.rt in the 61st foundation festiv-^.l. !:o nen.ioned,
•ir-on^- otherG, *'o'ir ol'i and faithfiil J cob P-eckor, v;ho a year after the found-
ation ^f the societ"^, in 13G9, joir^ed the sin^'-ers and '.dio is nov; 89 years
old today."

O^'-^er old r.'ienbers of ":he society cited \.'ere: Carl T'.dleb:;n, a r;eniber for 54
:-3ars; F^^ed Sck'Ollenberr^er, 49 ye'^r-^; Hu-o 3arh, 47: Rudolf 7ulda, 35; Fet,er
Eerns, 33; 'Crnst Pyritz, 32; Kerir^n 'underlie': , 30; Christ h'asserirxnn, 30
Fred Fess and Charles Rink, 29; and r'enry ^randoii, a i'X^i??o'^v for 28 ye'^rs.
Tv;enty one have ^o^<dri raenb?rs rr^ore th"Ji 20 ve rc^. 'Ito^'et-^er there are at
present 140 -^ctive nembers, and 140 ^>>assive rnerrfoers.

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Mr, Hamacher then referred to the tv/o ^,entlenen, .illiarn r^.eiirier and
Christ Prun'nenbaum, v/ho v/ill celebr?-te their silver jubilee as members
of the society this year. A hearty applause rew-irded the president for
his solendid t'llk.

The sin:'*ers* eyes "//ere shiniiig, as afterwards conductor Rec''zeh gathered
them around hin for the next song. They v.-ere proud • nd happy to be mem-
bers of this outstandin;;^ sinj^in^;; society, v/hich has existed for so rnanj'*
3fears? and all those who v/ere present hoped, that it would continue for
many more years •

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Th-w' six*)- C^.ei'u |:ui'i'ui*i .uhoe oi' ti.y !.uhl6].it;n Cpera ensojiible, tvook pluce last
liiA.z in '.i.u b:^j.lr(jo:.. u. oi.u -vacliwori'i:;. !Iotel . The pro^ri':.! vras exceedingly
inLururt:.r) j:' i.h ,.cr:'o.':.^.iCti': I'ro... cho firfit aot oi' "LakiiiC" t the third act of
"Luoi-i" xu.. 3o<^ii-^i> I'ro:.. ":j h'^^^iiu oci " . Bec-jideG the n^ei.ibt.-rs of the Mulileraan
en.'; ii'x.hj. 3 , t .o c-f:hor well kriw\/Ti urtistL; took jurt iri a proiaineiit v/r;y, nuLiOly
Rudv nil J e oi' lie rj^rru.ai The:i-cor und the concert biiia or^ra pinker Roilin Pe::ise.

"LuhiiC" '. ioli hudy hil"o w, C^erald and tne er.celleni: Virginia Klngr-an vs "Laknc"
provbd ^:rcatl^' biiJ.cy:;L] c. './i-cli those tv:o prciuinent artist?:: una tha excellent cast

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be rv.;de oP the stron,^ ^i^j.3'6 voj ce cP Otto Erunke a? Ilihal •nta •

Thfc insanity scene fro.. Doaizetti's Opera "Lucia" brought Ruth Grain groat

evenirj^ \/as the perfornanoe of Leoncavallo's

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^^o, ^i.va 1 1*^ li. ruG ].ubol Oettelson una Gladys Le VancjUe as
Lvur /' i.lr. u^urd byi'._rc v/us surv;asS'ou. Kcpticialiy Claude GJras' "Canio"

\v^i3 a :.!Gtt;rl^' .'icjce ox -<rt :ivin;-; rist; to thu ^;r« test hopus foi' the siM_;er.
Gir.Ar. hit::^ u rio}. una ulre'id^- well cultivated voice, \7hich in its strength und
clearness o£ tone is rjLScir.-:;tin;::. lie positively is an artist ol* special gifts.
riie b-tllroo.'i resounded with applause. Rudy Hilie ana Rollin rease were also
we":'. Ijked. Tlie pei-f or:..ance WcjlS directed in un excellent i.:annar by Adolf
ijahlciuan. Zuiuidu ult.'xkor3kayu a- the piano w.ks a splendid accon.punist . At
the bunc^aet follo\ar^,g the ^.erf orr:ance Llr. IJuhleman in u humorous speech thanked
his ..upils lor ti.eir Sv^lsjndid j^.eri'orj.ianoe , and at the saue tirae the pupils
honored th-oir te-^ci.cr.

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^ Abendpost May 14, 1929.

MEMORIAL CONCERT FOR V/iLLIAM
BOEPFLER IN ORCnESTRA HALL

The memorial concert for William Boeppler given by the Bach Choir, took place
last night at orchestra hall. The conductor of the concert. Dr. Seigfried
Prager, wno is William Boeppler* s predecessor, is considered one of the most
prominent Bach directors. After finishing his musical education m Germany,
he was active as conductor m numerous musical centers of the United States
an Europe* Lately he was uhe leader of the Chicago Civic Symphony orchestra,
of the cnorus of the Lutheran Memorial Church, and of the Men's cnorus of
Madison, Wisconsin.

Under the leadership of Dr Prager, 46 members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra,
the Boys' Chorus and the Bacn Choir itself, besides a number oi soloists, parti-
cipated. The soloists, were: Frances Silva, Madison Soprano, Lillian Knowles,
Chicago Alto, and George Walker, Minneapolis Bass. The organist was Stanley Leder,
Theodore Lamb accompanied him on the piano. The program consisted of an overture
from the suite in B-minor oi Bach's cncrals, cantatas, and many beautiful Bach
hymns.

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Abendpost , May 13, 1929.

S17ISS MALE CHOIR CELEBRATES SIXTIETH

AMTIVERSARY
Gala Concert in ^Vhich Niomerous Sister Societies
Participate Held at Lincoln Tiirner Hall

Numerous friends and members of the Swiss IJale Choir appeared yesterday
at the celebration of the sixtieth anniversary of the society. The
popularity of the organization was clearly revealed by the large
gathering of well-wishers, including a delegation from the United ¥iSile
Choir, of which the celebrating society is a member •

The outstanding feature of the jubilee was the festive concert* The
participants in this event were: The Swiss Ivlale Choir, Ernst Tamm and
his orchestra, Elsa Holinger, soprano, who was accompanied at the piano
by Dr. Carl Berschinger, and Anton Seil, tenor. The yodeler section
of the Llale Choir, the Swiss Liederkranz, the Swiss Women's Choir, the
Excelsior Male Choir, and the singing section of the German-Hungarian

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Association, all appearing in corpore, also assisted in the celebration, \

Mr. Jacob Hagi, president of the Swiss Male Choir, addressed the audience
in a brief speech.

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GSHMAIT

Abendpost, ITov* 12, 1928.

G0ETII2 L22T»S CKOHUS GT.IEBR^TES ITS SIU^^. JUBILEE

A cheerful crowd of 70C persons assembled to celebrate the 25th anniversary
of the Goethe Lien's Chorus.

'*.icker Park Kail, was festively decorated v.ith flags and ps.lms and about the
stage a big lyre with a 25 in silver figures was displayed.

The Festival concert began with the Tannhauser march, v/hich was inirnerliatley
follov;ed by a v/elcome song of the Goethe Len's Chorus. Miss Ella Reid, so-
prano soloist, then sang two songs, for which she was much applauded.

President Keidemann presented her v;ith a beautiful bouquet of Chrysanthemums.
After a fev: songs and an orchestral number by I^ler Bela, Fritz Nitschke sang
a Bass solo from the "Troubadour. **

President John G. Eeidemann gave the festival speech, thanking the many guests
for their appearance and expressing the hope, that the society will be able to
celebrate its Golden Jubilee in another 25 years. Adolf Gill, then spoke in

r^^^sndpost, I^:ov. 12, 19:38. ij /V/ • l.

the name of the Lnited I'.-en's Choruses of C;hiC'i£:o and presented a frarned
letter of concratulutions to the society.

-i. special honor availed ^.r. Heidernann; he received fro:r. his society as a
token of gratitude for his 15 years presidency a gold lyre ornamented v/ith
diamonds, which he pinned proudly on his chest.

After the conclusion of the concert, dancinr'; took place. All those present
agreed th- t the festival v;as a f.reat success •

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Abend£ost, May 16, 1928.

CONCERT OF THE ARIOIT 1.::N'3 CHORUS. ^ " '*"" '''""' ' "

The Arion Men's Chorus, the oldest singing society in Chicago, arranged under
the expert direction of i:r. H. A. Rehberg, its well attended spring concert
in the North Side Turner Hall. After an overture of the orchestra, the
Arion l.'en's Choir sang "V/e './ere Sitting on a Sunny Morning" by Sturm,'* '^/eave,
'.Veave** by Jungst, and the Strauss waltz '*';/ine, V/omen and Song.**

Kr. VJolfgang V/ittich, of the Leipsig Opera, sang the aria **Charming Aida"
by Verdi. He was \Yarmly applauded. Hiss Linda Sool, v/ho charmed the audience
with the pure cle&r tunes of her violin, also deserves great praise. The
piano accompaniment \vas done by IJrs. Dora Wittich.

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Abendpost, :ay 10, 1928 •

guh:3T3 of tk: bach chorus.

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Yesterday's concert of the Bach chorus, directed by /illiam Boeppler, v/as a
grand musical perforrr:ance. ..Tien "./illiajn Boeppler conducts, it is a matter of
course, that the concert vdll be luast or fully played, that a v/ell selected
program v/ill be heard and that a large audience will be present. But it also
should be a natter of course for the public to be punctual and ^o be present
when the concert be3ins, and thus to avoid disturbances.

Yesterday's concert of the Bach chorus in Orchestra Hall will long be remem-
bered by the audience. Soloists and the chorus proved their devotion to the
works of the great master, Johann Sebastian Bach, iiidwin Stanley oeder^
accompanied on the organ, and 45 musicians of the Chica^'o Symphony Orchestra
also played.

Soloists were Isabel Richardson L'otter, soprano; Clara L'. Schewill, alto;
;9.1ter Boydston, tenor; and V/illiain .^uentineyer V7ith his wonderful basso.

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Abendpost ^ May 7, 1928,

SOUTH SIDE SINGERS UNION OF CHICAGO CELEBRATES ITS

lOTH ANNIVERSARY.

A festival was held yesterday afternoon by the South Side Singers Union
in the St* George School Hall^ 3917 S« Wells Street*.** Here again,
German singing proved that it unites all those who love to sing* Be it
said to the honor of the South Side Singers Union, that, with yesterday's
celebration and the benediction of its two flags, it has shown its devotion
to German singing*

The celebration in St* George's School Hall was preceded by a procession
through the streets* To the tunes of two bands, the marchers moved.

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accompanied by a truck decorated with flowers, which carried the ••Liberty**
girl euid her ladie8*in*waiting* A long row of the invited societies with
their flags, followed them through the streets. The high point of the
festival was reached with the blessing of the American Flag»»»«

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GERLIAN

Abendpost , Feb. 13, 1928 •

A MUSICAL AFTERNOON* '^" '. ' ^' -' "

Muehlnann Opera Club Gives Wagner

Program*

A Wagner program was offered by the 29th concert of the well known Muehl-
mann Opera Club, on the 12th floor of the Kimball Building. The hall was
filled to capacity, proving the great interest of the public in these regu-
lar afternoon concerts.

The program v; as opened with a violin solo by Miss Billy Ritchey, a pupil of
Alexander Lehman. She played **Walter^ Preislied*' and was loudly applauded
for her performance* liiss llabel Gittelson sang ••Dich,Teure Halle" from
Tannhauser**. Being still a student - her performance was considered to be
brilliant and she received several curtain calls.

Claude Giras again distinguished himself by singing ^'Siegfried's Schmiedelied*'
(Blacksmith's Song) from Siegfried. Other performers were Miss Virginia
iCingman, Hiss Clara Stensaas, Miss Clara Grusendorf, and the baritone Ben-
jamin Bagus, who, in spite of being a beginner, promises much for the future*

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The concert was concluded with the second scene of the second act of ••Lohen-
grin/* In the role of •Slsa'Miss Gittelson perfonnsd well, and Miss Clara
Stensaas Ortrud was also excellent.

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Abe nd post t May 2, 1927« y^/PA (ijixp^rj '\."^']^^

UNITSD lEN'S CHORUSES, UmSR LEADERSHIP
OF KARL RBCKZSH, SING BEFORE 3,000 AT

1£E DINAH T3^TLS,

A new proof of the popularity of Gernan men^s choruses, was given by the
United Men's Choruses of Chicago at their spring concert yesterday afternoon
before 3,000 listeners at the I'edinah Temple. The concert, judging by the
repeated applause, was a great success*

The chorus of 600 singers was under the direction of Karl Reckzeh. To him
much credit is due for the success of yesterday*s concert. Without doubt,
the chorus will reap more laurels at the coming singers' festival at Cleve-
land.

Among the visitors at the concert were the German Consul-General, Dr. Hugo
F. Simon and his wife. To a representative of the Abendpost. Dr. Simon
expressed his great appreciation of the singers' excellent performance*

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Abendpost, Mar, 13, 1927.

EXCELLSNT CHURCH CONCZRT.

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The Bethany Church chorus gave a concert last night under the leadership of
its conductor, William Boeppler and his piano accompanist, Miss Llarie Stange»
The concert will be repeated tonight for the benefit of the church building
fund of the Bethany congregation.

The big hall was filled to capacity; the perfornances were excellent through-
out, and loud applause rewarded the performers for their efforts.

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STSUB5N CLUB MEMBSRS GUESTS AT CONCERT ,=: \. )

IN NORTH SIDE TURNER HALL.

Seldom have such storms of applause been heard as yesterday in the North Side
Turner Hall, where members of the Steuben club of Chicago were guests at an
afternoon concert given by the Philharmonic orchestra, playing under the
eminent leadership of Richard Czerv/onky.

The concert was in belated celebration of Washington's birthday and because
of the presence of menibers of the Steuben Club, was also dedicated to Baron
von Steuben. During the intermission, V/alter W. L. Ileyer, vice-president of
the Steuben Club, spoke about George Washington and Von Steuben.

He told about the life of the Baron, and read von Steuben's last address to
Congress. He also read the last letter George V/ashington had written to
his friend, the Baron.

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GERlllN

AbendDOst, Dec. 20, 1926. WPA (!LL) PROJ j027d

YESTERDAY'S CONCERT m TIE llORTH SIDE TURNER RILL.

Yesterday's concert of the Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra, in the North
Side Turner Hall was a musical treat. The violin concerto in S minor,
by 'i/alter Hancock, the concert master of the orchestra, v/as brilliantly
played. But the orchestra and its conductor, Richard Czerwonky, should
not be forgotten, because it was, as usual, excellent.

The beautiful "Military Larch," by Schubert, started the concert; this
was followed by ochubert's "Unfinished Symphony." Loud applause greeted
Walter Hancock, when he took Czerv/onky's place. He proved anew his talent,
his art, practically amounting to virtuosity. Among other numbers he
played a serenade by Czerwonky. Czerwonky himself, played the accompaniment
on the piano. It was somewhat difficult, after all those soft melodies, to
get used to V/agner's bulky nusic, when the orchestra intoned, the introduction
to Act III of "Lohengrin," and played after that the famous "Bridal Chorus."

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Abendpost, Dec. 20, 1926. VVPA OIL) PROl 3027^

The second part of the program consisted of lighter music. The nelanchoiy
••Andante Gantabile'* by Tschaikowsky, was played by the string section.
The last part consisted of the overture from ''Beautiful Galathea" by
F. von Suppe, "Lolly on the Shore" by Grainger, and the "Theresen ./altz*'
from ••Faust." The march, ''True to the J'lag" ended the concert, which was
a success, in every respect.

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Abend£Ost, Dec. 13, 1926.

3XC3LL3!r P3RF0RI.7vNCES 3Y I.iUHL: L'lNi! OPERA CLUB.

In KLmball Hall, lovers of art yesterday afternoon enjoyed the L'uhl/aann Opera
Club's 20th opera progrson, under the direction of Adolph MuhLTiann. Thd pro-
gram was opened v/ith two piano pieces, ^'Consolation," by Liszt, and "Caprice
lilspagnole" by L'oszkowski, played by "'iss -jinotte Goodman, a pupil of Llaurice
Rosenfeld*

A Y/altz from "Romeo and Juliet" by Gounod, sung by L'iss A^nes Ziegenhagen,
lolloY/ed. The young artist possesses a beautiful soprano voice, which enables
her to sing in the highest range v/ith great precision, A contrast v;as offered

by the alto voice of I.iiss Helen Grnstein who sang "/th, Lion Fils" from the
"Prophet" by Ley er beer •

Several thrilling scenes from the opera "Cavalleria Rusticana" by Llascagin
were sung by Leo Brande, iiember of the Zoo Opera in Cincinnati, Ivliss Clara
Stensaas, an amateur and school teacher by profession, Frank Horstmsier, Cor-
delia Jones and Helen Grnstein. After the program a social gathering took
place. Alexander Kipuis, the famous basso of the Chicago Civic Opera and his
wife were present as guests of honor.

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Abendpo3t« Dec. 9, 1926,

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SINGING SOCISTY JONC'^aT,

A simple "song evening** was announced, and turned out to be a festival of
heavenly singing - because singing is a gift of God. On such occasioriJ,
this can always be observed anew* The violins, flutes and horns also make
music but the most beautiful and noble is still the human voice •

Of the chorus recitals the best was, unwilling as we are to admit it, the
two pieces in English, Negro spiritual songs. ^iTiich of the two was luore
beautiful and touching, or more beautifully sung, it is hard to decide.
It could not have been any better: this distribution of light and
shadow, from the most delicate pianissimo, to the strongest fortissimo in
••Listen to the Lambs," the shading in mezzoforte of "Deep River."

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The soprano-solo of Vrs. Anna Langrich fitted beautifully in the first
piece* Next came a Swabian folk song, which was sung admirably. 7Vith the
43rd Psalm by Mendelssohiind the '•Waters of Babylon** by Gounod, the accompani-
ment of the orchestra would have been welcome, although both were written
for A Capella chorus*

Luella Llelius possesses one of the most beautiful voices I was ever privileged

to hear. She proved yesterday, that she is at home in all types of singing.

The coloratura aria is just as easy for her, as the simple lyric song.

After the highly dramatic performance of the "Gypsy Girl** by Hugo V/olf,

with the shrill laughter and the scream, she appears to be predestined to
become a Wagner singer*

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AN ENJOYABLE CONCERT.

G3RIIAN

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The North oide rurner nail concert, with which this year's season, under
the auspices of the Chicago Turner Society opened yesterday, was success-
ful in every respect, and a worthy beginning of the many musical enjoyments
to be expected* The Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra ajid its director, Richard
Czerwonky, were excellent, and the -^hicago prima donna, Dorothy Greathoase
acquired, through her talent, a new circle of enthusiastic friends.

The program of yesterday's concert, was carefully selected, cmd offered many

beautiful items. It was ushered in with "Tannhauser,** by lagner, followed

by ••Freischutz,*' overture by weber. Jorothy Greathouse sang, ••Titania'* from

the opera, ••Mignon'* with orchestral accompaniment.

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The "Peer Gynt" suite of the Norwegian, Grieg, was played masterfully -
the incomparable ••liOming" in which the wood winds lead} **Aases Death, ••
(Anitras Dance, •• and "In the Halls of the fountain Kin^X" As an addition,
Czerwonky introduced Haydn's •'God Preserve Franz the Kaiser" with
variati.ms, a lieca which was familiar to everyone, because the
"'Deutschland Lied*^ is sung to the same tune*

In the second part Cxerwonky surprised the audience with two compositions
of his own, one a Kenuet in E with a soft grace, and a pretty ••Air de
Ballet ••• Loud applause compelled him to repeat the latter piece. Dorothy
Greathouse sang a number of waltz melodies, from comic operas. She also
tried a verse of the ••Lorelei'* but her lack of knowledge of the German
language made itself felt. She sang, ••Carissima,** and as an addition,
from ••Loreley,** the German children's song, ••Who Wants to be a Soldier •••

With the ••Beautiful Blue Daunbe,*^ and Sousa^s ••Stars and Stripes,**
march^ the concert came to a conclusion.

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Abendpostf Oct* 11, 1926 •

GERl^AN

GfRAND LODGE OF THE •HERMANN'S SISTERS*' v^t^ ^]] \ - r-^O; lQZ7r
CELEBRATE THIRTY YE-\R ANNIVERSARY.

**Almost thirty years old** was intoned yesterda3^ by the orchestra, as a welcome
greetizig to the **tler mann * s Sisters,** on the occasion of their 30 year anni-»
versary, as the Jubilee was celebrated in the Ashland Auditorium. A large
crowd of spectators, invited by the Grand Lodge, filled the great hall*

The direction of the concert program was in the hands of the bandmaster
Uartin Ballman. Uarches, overtures, opera, potpourris, phantasies, patriotic^
and folk tunes were played*

Ur« Fritz Nischke sang in a full and beautiful bass voice "The Two Grena-
diers** by Schunan, and ••I Remenber You, Uargaretta***

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No-odv knov/s any rriore, v/here anv when the ierr.xai choral first sovuided in
Ar.erica, but it is V/3II knovm, th t it bslon^s to zhe precious treasures,
v;hich \/ere brou ht by' the (lerman irniTiigr^mts, "^0 their newly a;'.opted Father-
land,

?or imny decaies, the jsrrmn :.>on^", in this country blossoned, if at all,
onl:'- in the d-^rk. It v/as not until 1335 that tlie first sin- in-;: society, trie
**Len*s Chorus of Fhiiadr.? nhia, v;as founded, But soon, the German sinf^ers
of Arierica v/ere to f^^'t bi^ suTOD^-rt. fhe ooliticol r^'fuftees of ij3C -Jid 1848
cane, and brou^'ht n treasure of old -^'nd ne'; r-^elodies, ^' lon.-^^ '^vory\7here,
societies were fou-ided for the cultivation of ernx'm son^, and in 1849 in
Cincinnati, the first sin^'inr; festiv 1 • s held.

The impression this festival made U::on the -niericans, v/as a divided one,
3one could not fiiid enou'-h praise, v/hile the others, especialJ.y the ?urita.ns,
condemned the fesr.ival, ryarticularlv since it r.ad be^n held on a Sunday.
Yes, a ne\/spaper had the audacity to blame the sinp;ers for the appearance of
the choler-" in Cincinnati, It wrote; '*These 'Jutch sinr-ers \7ith their

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intemperate ,1ubilee, drinkin- sour v.iiie, have brought the cholera uoon us."

In the course of this lestivil, zY q "CJerrnn Chcril Union of *Iorth Unerica"
\^s louz-de^, 'lut in oth-r .sc^rts -,f t'^o countr*/ chere v.'as also activitv^ and
in re CO "'nil: ion of the irnnossibility of holdinr a rreat inutu 1 festival,
attended by all choral societies, ^-^n account of the -^reat dist- nces in Ainer-
ica, the **North->'^.st C--'oral Union," the '*?- cific Sinr-inq; oociety", and the
"'or^h Pacific Ghor';l Gociety", v/ere founled.

In the course of tn :e, nev: societies, and nev/ nataes v/ere added. In 1866,
in La Crosse, ./is., the "Union of 3in';-ers of the '!orthv/est** ^jas founded by
seven societies, v;hich will celebrate its 60th annive.'sary this sur:i::;er in
Peoria. These societies v;ill io their utncst to celebrate the anniversary
in n most festive :»anner. U'-e festival adm^inistration of Peoria is fully
confident of its success, because everv si^-^rrie society is takinr^ the p'reat-
est aains to contribute to a lar-^-a success of the festival. 7ith sr)ecial
aleas'-re the festival adiiinistr'^tion received the no"^.7s, that the sin^rin^; broth-
ers of the •^^orth-.lmerican Union of Sin^^^ers", ^7ill participate at the festi-
val. Their attend-'^.nce will prove t'-.eir not liavin^^; forgot :en the attendance
of the ''orth-',"est Union of 5in:;-ers at "ohe last sin^in^ fe^-.tiv-il of the
Uorth American Union of 3in;':ers. in Chica-o.

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?ho lollo'viir' societies of Chicpi'O and SL.rroundin'^s oelon^ to xhe Ilorth Arier-
ic'^'n union of 3in<:';(^rs: Arion of the 3outh oicle, ""-ri^ier's 3inr-:in-' Societv,
lureenland ".on's Chorus, Ghicc?. ;o Clee Club, CViicar/o Aen's Chorus, Concordia
Glee Clu'?, Conrr'intin Sin-^^inr ^ocioty, 'TerLvm Ailitury Sinr^ing Society,
T^xcelsior Aen^s Chorus, 3in-inr; Club Aidelia, Sinrin;;^ :ecuijn uf the .?ar Vet-
erans Societies of To .-.-n Lake, Sin-^ing Sscoian of the lerrian Charitable Union,
Karurnri 3ino;inr;: Club, Herder Choral Union, Glee Club -';:inir:keit , Richard Wag-
ner Choral Society, Aransylvanian-Saxonia lien's Chorus, 5ou-i:h3ide Choral
Union, 3outh-I-un-*arian Choral Society, '^'on'/r'.rd-S chiller, Aaldeck Glee Club,
'.'est-side Chor 1 Union, (all of Chicago, Illinois) and the lixrnony and Har-
lem !'en*s ChoruseSj Forest Park, Illinois.

The present union oi'iicials are: A. C. ehrv/ein, president, Chicnro, 111;
Albert Ross, vice-r.r sident, Torest Park, 111.: Ck rles 3ass, treasurer,
Dubuque, la.; Otto Albrecht, Librarian, Davenport, la.; Geor2:e H. J. Kieck,
secretary, Hilv/aukee, .'is.; and F. A. Rehb rg, conductor, Chica'-o, 111.

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SPRIUa CONCERT
Singing Section of Chicago D.IT^B* Performs
Magnificently and Wins Great Applause

The singing section of the German Aid Bund, Chicago District, yesterday had
Its great Spring concert In both halls of the Lincoln Tumerhall, followed
by a ball* The extraordinarily large attendance showed how universal Is
the Interest, In German circles. In an affieUr of this kind, which provides
an evening of rare musical enjoyment* The expectations of the audience were
fully realized; soloists and groups of singers did their best, and all per-
formances won great applause* Particular recognition was given the mass
chorus ccmposed of Concordia Lledertafel, Swiss Men*s Chorus, and the
singing section of the D*U«B« They gave, under the direction of B« Tomm,
**Stemennacht** by Scfaulken in a most masterly fashion*

All other performances could be put on a basis of equality with the above*
The orchestra was delightful with its pleasing melodies from operas, as was

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the wonderful tenor solo of )fr« Fritz Gla8sneck~**An Deinem Herzen lassjmich
traenmen^# Herr Rudolph Reiners proved himself to be master of his instru-
ment in the violin solo, ^Ballet Scene**. The yodling quartet of the Swiss
Men*s Chorus gave, in a most accomplished manner, several delightful Swiss
yodlings^

The Excelsior men*s choir sang the **Rose** by Nast; the chorus of the organi-
zation which gave the festival sang Pache^s **SaengenBarsch**, Kiayser^s **0
Griuesst sie mir** and Richter*s **Serenade**« Following this, hearty applause
was given the singers and their directors*

An extraordinarily good-natured dance, which lasted wntil morning, concluded
the festival, irtiich was completely successful* 13ie long preparations of the
festival committee bore fruit# Under the direction of the president,
Joseph M« Schoen, the great success of the evening was the best reward for
the pains and efforts expended* The following gentlemen were members of
the committee: B* Egger, E* Roggwiller, Otto Schlang, and Carl Schulz*

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Likewise^ as a sign of Springy stood the festival of section 80^ Almrauscli of
the BaTsorian National Organization of North America, glyen at the Mozart
Hall, and the concert (followed by a ball) of the Edelweiss Ladles* Choir of
the South Slde« The Immergrun Lodge No« 14 of the Order of Hermann* s Sisters
celebrated Its Silver Jubilee at Wicker Park Hall* The South Side Saenger
Bund held Its eighth cumlversary festival In St« George *s School Hall; It
was successful In every way* The same Is true of the bunco games , followed
up by a dance, held by the Goethe Male Chorus and the Fldello Aid Society No 1,
at Flelner*s Hall*

Concerts were also given by the Douglas mutual Aid Society of Chicago, In
Sleben*s Hall, and by the Blntracht Women's Club, In the Wicker Park Hall.

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i^''e'^-l ains ^dien v/e consider tiii^ vali-.nt :"if:ce::bl:.' o-T ::incerG, driven b;" noth-
inc but the love iv-;.- the Gen^:an sony, 'VAd the joy over lay'- :^nd tunes. They
c^^ie fron Forest Pnrh nnd fro,.. H:r:i:::ond zo lend a hand. Zie eye too perceived
a T^rett^' sirht— the l-dies in .diitc v;ith red, 'dilte, -nd blue ribbons.

'■'ith ? si'-h of relief the director ■'-:'Ut dovai his baton. For on his shoulders
lay the chief burden of t?x3 la^'t fov; v/eehc, often driven b;- tae secret fear,
"ill it GuccnedV" It vr-s not only thi^; concert he v-::e concerned ..ith. It
•■:as to bo aarcl:' tbe testiny stone for so:..ethin: i:uch ii.ore inportant. The
son- festival i'- co:.iiny soon and the Inii^ea 3in -ers of Chicago constitute ^the ^
b-;Chbor:o o" tie ^^reat r^ass chorus. It \.'oul ' be too b-.d if they should fail hii:*

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They shall not fail him J They proved it last Sunday. Not that everything
went splendidly* Many a thing has still to be polished, the edges smoothed
and planed. And yet beautiful performances could be noted. The term ^♦ex-
cellent** was merited by the very first song, "Fruehling am Rhein" (Spring on
the Rhine) , by Bren. It was sung in a fresh and gay manner. The same praise
is owing to Isemann's *^o i geh» wo i steh»^(!ftiere I stand, where I walk),
rendered with the proper feeling. Something similar could be said of Kaiser* s
**0 gruesst sie mif (0 give my regards), had it not been for the second tenor,
who sang the lead in "Winde** (Winds), ••Lieder*' (Lays), ''Sterne'* (Stars) some-'
what too high—but that, of course, was noticed by the initiated only. Satis-
factory indeed was Schulken's "Abendlich schon rauscht der Wuld" (In the
Evening the Woods Begins to Rustle), while the wonderful ''Sternennachf (Night
of Stars) is still in need of polishing* The last song "Deutsches Lied und
Wort" (German song and word) by Rudolf Wagner should not have been undertaken
without instrumental accompaniment. The two English songs showed little more
than ordinary school singing. It is because, containing no enthusiasm, they
could not be rendered with enthusiasm. In selecting English songs for German

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choruses, it is necessary to exercise greater caution. Used, as they are, to
better music, the singers were unable to sing ordinary English music filled
with cheap sentimentality. The old ''Home, Sweet Home** may sound well in the
light of the hearth fire in the family cirole# But, sung by a German male
chorus in a concert hall, it gives an almost ludicrous effect. '^Love^s Old
Sweet Song** is little better.

The women's chorus, which made its appearance for the first time, was a sur-
prise. Not that a good performance was not expected, but the tone quality and
voice blending were surprisingly good* The freshness of the voices, although
the majority of the ladies no longer are young (the critic is compelled to
speak nothinf? but the truth) provides real joy. Of the ladies* selections, I
liked best "Sehnsucht nach den Bergen" (Longing for the Mountains), by Abt,
'TUein Lied'' (My Song), by Angerer, and "Das Elternhaus" (The House of the Par-
ents), by Buechse. But also the "Begruendungslied" (Song of VJhy), by Stark,
and "Santa Lucia** were given proper rendition. Also, in the selection of Eng-
lish songs, a luckier hand was shown than in the men's chorus. The "Autumn

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Lullaby, '^ by Fearis, nade a beautiful impression, but the ^Grossvaterlied,"
having for its background a Beethoven minuet, lost a great deal because it
was not sung in the strict tempo of a minuet. The slow movement interpolated
by the director spoiled the effect of the grandfather dance; it should come
out. But it pleased the public so much that it had to be repeated.

The soloists were Rudolph Reiners on the violin, Lillian Rehberg on the cello,
and Mary Hughes Call on the piano; these organized as a philharmonic trio,
did quite beautifully in "Liebestraum,'' by Liszt, Schuett^s "IJaerchen" and
Arensky's TD-flat Trio.** The three artists introduced themselves in a manner
which must have waked the desire in everyone to hear them again. That Miss
Rehberg played Bruch's wonderful **Kol Nidrei" was no longer a surprise after
what she has done before. I can not recall having ever heard the piece played
with greater depth of soul. It is hardly necessary to add that Popper's
brilliant **Spinnerlied** was performed with accomplished technique. Mr. Rudolph
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Vieuxtemps* "Rondior,** but he is still lacking in depth of expression. His
playing, however, was in general quite pleasant.

The talented director, H. A. Rehberg, deserves congratulations for the success
bf the whole perforniance, even tho i^ it was highly deplorable that the house
was half empty. The perfoimance offered certainly deserved a much larger
attendance on the part of the German public.

But the singers, undaunted, will continue their forward strides,
the slogan will be: '^p to Peorial'*

Prom now on,

(Signed) W, Breitenbach.

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CHICAGO BAECKER-GESANGVEREIN GIVES EKTCfYABIE GONCEKT

The forty-first concert of the Chicago. Baecker-Gesangverein, which took place
yesterday in Wicker Park Hall, was a complete success. Under the leadership
of its director, H. A. Rehberg, the society sang many songs, which received
general applause. The cello solos of Miss Lillian Rehberg were very pleasing,
and the performances of the Chicago Baeckermeister Gesangyei^ein (Msister
Bakers* Song Society) and of the singing section of the Frauenverein
Fortschritt (Progress Women's Society) enjoyed universal approbation. A
pleasant dance with lively music broxight to a close an evening which everyone
who attended found delightful.

The following entertainments were very successful: the Lumpenball (Ragamuffin f^
Dance) of the Berliner Verein von Chicago and the spring ball of ohe German ia ^
club in the Lincoln Turner Hall; the spring festival of the United BrotheAood
of Musicians of Chicago in Mozart Hall, and of the Palm Social Club in Belmont
Hall; and also the first founding festival of the Deutsch-Galizien Frauenverein
(Galician-German Women's Society) of Chicago in Fleiner's Hall.

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S^ABIAN SIN3ING SOCIETY'S CONCERT.

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Although only a few of our great composers, came from beautiful Swabia,
it was^princioally the noble folk song, especially men's singing which
they always cultivated and still do. It was the Swabian Silcher, who gave
the German people a number of beautiful folk songs and also one of them,
who helped to elevate men*8 singing in the world, to the importance it
possesses today. So, the Swabian Singing Society over there, whose festival
the writer had the opportunity to attend for a day last year, is one of the
most important in the fatherland on account of the number of its menibers and
its performance.

Its small couain here in Chicago, has that in common with it, that it unites
enjoyment of singing with endeavor. This was proven by the spring concert,
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the artistic viewpoint and judging from the presence of such' a large crowd
undoubtedly also from the f ineincial end, a great success*

The singing society, as could be observed yesterday, is in excellent condition,
having been increased by young blood; it was a pleasure to listen to the
clear tenor voices* Also the bass and the baritone are well represented*
Directed by an excellent conductor, it was only natural, that the chorus
should rise to a superior performance* tfell sung was "Rosmarin and Salbei-
blattchen" by Silcher; also the "Farewell to the Forest** by Lange, in which
Clemens Braun sang the baritone solo, and ••Evening Peace on the Rhine, ••
the last number* I liked best the song '•Come Along" by ^ngerer, which, by
its gay reproduction, pleased very much. "Homeless," by Becker, breathed
pleasant feeling.

The orchestra played a selection from "Blossom Time," beautifully, and it
was noted that the large hail was in "Blossom Time" too, as the three

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Rehberg girls made it so. Such a dainty sister-trioi And their performsuices?
They almost placed the orchestra in the shade. That the youngest, Lillian,
as a violincello player, has already achieved great things, was well known,
but that she is already a great artist, came as a surprise. Nothing could be
more beautiful, than her playing of Chopin's '•Nocturne,* more fluent, techni-
cally more perfect, thsui the ••Spinning Song,** by i^opper.

As an encore she played •'0 How beautiful,** by Kreisler, which she herself had
transcribed from, the violin to the violincello. Then csune the second sur-
prise, that her older sister, Irma, was almost as good a singer.

Her performance of ITagner's ••Dreams^' proved, that she possessed a not very
strong^ but extremely flexible and effective voice, which, even in a higher
pitch remained sympathetic and spoke of excellent training. Together with
the third sister, Ssther, who accompanied on the piano, she sang Massenet's

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"^Elegie,** the most beautiful French song ever written, in a splendid manner
with good diction, while the charming, seldom heard song, ""Spring Flowers**
by Reinecke, which sounds better with obligato violin than with violincello,
was somewhat dragging. Touching was her singing of the simple '^There
Where Uy Mother Sung Me to Sleep** as a duet, in the course of which, even
the little pianist revealed herself as the possessor of a fine alto voice •

Mr» H« A« Rehberg can be congratulated not only as a conductor, but also
as a happy father and to the success of the whole affair*

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NORTH SIDS TURNER HALL.

Yesterday* 8 concert of the Philh€urmonic Orchestra in the North Side Turner
Hall vas worthy of previous offering* The orchestra under the leadership
of Mr* Richard Cserwonky^ and the soloist ^ Miss Helen Sngelke^ showed their
perfect skill, which was enthusiastically acknowledged by the large audience*

Schubert's spirited "Military MEtrch** opened the nnisical performance* The
overture from the opera **Ruy Bias** by Mendelssohn, and the great phantasia
of Leoncavallos ' '^Pagliacei** were reproduced in a brilliant manner* Miss
Engelke, the young soprano, delighted the audience with the **Flower Song**
from **Fau8t*** The young artist possesses an excellently trained voice and
conquered the hearts of her listeners at her first appearance*

In the second part of the program she presented several songs, including the
**Last Hour** by Kramer, sung with orchestral accompaniment* Applause and
gifts of flowers induced Miss Engelke to give as encores, the old folk song
'*0h! How Is It Possible?**, which had a great effect upon the audience*
After this song, the young artist was rewarded with ovenrtielming applause*
She certainly can be satisfied with her success*

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The ••Menuett Celabre*^ by Bocherini, the '•Malaguina'* by Mosskowski, and the
•^Festival Dance** and ••Valse'' from the Ballet ••Coppelia*' by Deli bee, were
masterfully performed in the second part of the program by the orchestra, which
proved their artistic knowledge. The light tunes of the ••Merry Widow** waltzes
by Lehar^ and spirited marches, formed the finale of a concert which offered
re€Ll artistic enjoyment to the audience for several hours.

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Y^^sterdav*s rjro'T ;;: in the '*or':h oide ''urncr '' .11 oi-'-ired ooi-inosit ions, -vhich
ar- net heTd vorv oft rn r.sre. "T" 3 artistic dir-=c::or, ^'r, v03er>h Sch-vic?-
^nr'^th, leTo it to th'^. '"rudie'ice , "^^0 • ake their selection, rmd thereiore a
pro:;r*i:" .7^:^ ^ccoirrilishod, '/l^ich carried the ni^^res of such "'sll knov-n composers
^.s hendelssohn, lerjioz, h^'-ssenet, Ri'^.Ghy-hors'^.kof f , Tranz von '^lon aiid others
littlc-:cno;.'n liore.

As it hn.s ovjr since t're ber-innin ■ of ":^'e se:i''on, the ^hilh .rrnonic Orchestra,
under the .'irec.ion of Aic'vir; Czerv.^nh.y, iDl-"'ed e:'cellontlv. ^ach indi-
vidu'-l number w.n p jrf or .^ed in 0. t:;chnicaliy :;crfect iTinner, -.'nd cr ated such
stor's oi' -'.pDl^use, ~h-.it repeatedly aldition'^l pieces h^h to be yiven, which
\7ere clayed just "3 buoyantl'/. It voul:- be n idle u^idert- kin^, attenr-tinr^
to C'.ll 3peci".l '.tten^ion ^^o 30. e nu!:ibers. '-end .lsiiohn*s "The T'ebrides", Ilass-
enet's '^r^'COL'ul "Scenes Fi.tores.iies'*, Ri]:iskv-!':or3'''d.ofi *s iiel-nncholv *'3on;"
of Indi^d* lerlioz'o r-^v "Jlun^-ri'n '/: rch'\ !• Roza's orettv v.re.ltz "Over the
Taves*', and 7ranz von '^lon's **" Torld Fee.c::'^*, 'Yere all played './ith musical
und e r st -indi n':'- .

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A comparatively wide space in yesterday's concert was filled by the soloist^
Miss Sbba Sundstrom, a young violinist ^ appearing with several numbers on the
program and achieving decisive success* She played with temperament and
showed a surprisingly brilliarrt technique for her age and surprised with the
fullness and beauty of her tone. Bruch, Schubert emd Brahms were played*
Bruch's G Minor Concerto makes great demands on the player, but Kiss Sundstrom
did full justice to it* Especially successful was she with the A^dagio* l^ybe
even better than Bruch were her renditions of Schubert and BrahiLs. The ••Ave
Maria** and •♦Htmgarian Dance** were performances of which the young artist might
well be proud*

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NORTH 3 IDS TURMilR HALL C0iJC3RT.

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A carefulli/ selected program, a splendid orchestra, an expert conductor,
and v/ell chosen soloists, ohese factors are the principal reasons, which
-Take the Sunday afternoon concerts of the Philharmonic orchestra in the
I-orth Side Turner I^hII so popular this season. The concert hall was filled
to its capacity by a music lovin^^ public, in spite of che Siberian winter
v/eathsr -md in spi.e of Christmas tir.e, ^n audience which listened vdth
great attention to the diffe-^ent nui:ibers, and expressed its satisfaction
by appl'^udinj inter:^.inably«

The soloist of the concert v/p.s tVie youthful violinist, R.obert Quick, a stu-
dent of conductor Czerv/onky's. He has played previously \/ith £;reat success
with the Chicaro Symphony Orchestra and has just returned from an ICastern
concert tour.

The following* pro^^'^ram was played:

1. Polonaise in A Llajor -— Chopin

2. Overture ''Si^kuntala'* - — Goldmark

3. Violin Concerto in D Ilinor — Yieuxtemps

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Introduction, andante Religioso ?in';.le

Robert uick

4. Phantasy "Sanson and DeliLih'* — lias^enet

5. Scenes from Alsace - — Ilassenet
"Sunday LIom'inr/% "In the Herinita -a", "Sunday
Sveninr-", "Under the Linden".

6* Aria "De Lensk" Tschaikov/sky

Bohemian Da-^xe Dvorak-Kreisler

Robert 'uick

7. V/altz "Tales from the Vienna "./oods" - — Strauss

8. Ajneric n Phantasy — -- Herbert

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At ^/-Gstcrday's concert of the F?iil>.'"'rr.onic Grcl;6f:^tra in the *Iorth 3icie Tur-
ner II' 11 a nunber of "people besides the re.^ular visitors an e*. red go V'hoi:i
t};ese concerts i/ere nev, and :/hor the denire to he-.r e'jjiil^'' underst'B.ndable
popular music induced to attend. They v/ere not disappointed, because tPie
pro2*r;U:i "as arr-.n ed accoriinr to the ;^eneral t-^ste. The nojres of './•;. ^^nor,
Verdi, Bize >, Schubert, .;u^ope and Sousa exercised their attraction anew. The
orchestra under its ne;: conductor, Tvich --d Gzerwonky, rl~.yed excellently,
' nd *T"'S not stin^'v •,dth extra nur.ib'.rs, whenever the "nublic asked for then.

The onenin^: number, the Ta inhauser L'lrch >.t r: T3la:-od './onderi'ullv. The aud-
ience \'ns -Ino released 'vith t:''_e Ilassenet comijcsitio :, the Pha.edr?-. Overture.
Anot::er number by hassenet, tha second p'-rt of "The 7ir;-:in's Last Drean",
'7as Tolayed, The TDrorr-.r.': did not off^r 'nythin- ne./, consist inr nostl^^ of
selections of well known pieces, in a desire oo offer to the public sorne-
thin;- inelodious and easil-^^ undarr^t'.ndable • The char;.:in^: Suite "Lr'rlosienne"
by -izet, was reproduced with ^a-e^t delicacy. "Flowers '."nisperin^;'* by Blorn,
•nd Suppe's pic/jiant Overture "Poet - nd Peas^rnt'* founu sincere and lasting
applause.

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Mr. William Schv/artz, a tenor, was the soloist, at this concert, and as
in previous appearances aroused again loud applause. He sang Verdi^s
aria "^Celeste Aida'* and one song each by Schubert, de Moya and Bradsky.
1^. Schwartz posseses a powerful tenor voice, vdiich can sing an Italian
coloratur aria just as well as a Schubert song. Lliss Mildred Allen was
an excellent accompanist on the piano.

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A 3o::g r,~^cital.

The Chica 0 Sinfing Society, presented yestf3rdp.y evening, in the lar^e ball-
room of the Gernr.nia Club, a son;-^ recib-il, to \;1iich tr.e public looked for-
ward wihh p-rent interest, the .i^ore, becaus'^ this society'' ar)-oeared before
the public in the past, mostly v/ith liirr^er choral \7orks. And nobody v.^s
disappointed; on ohe contrary, those ^iresent, and they v/ere ivrxxw^ were de-
lighted by the variety of the songs offered, -nd rendered to the society,
as v/ell as its distinf^uished conductor, ./ilhelm ^.oeppler, new and v/ell mer-
ited Toraise.

The program v/n.s not a very extsnsivo one, and -bout one half of the numbers
were conceded to two soloists, the cello virtuoso, Hans Hess, and the pian-
ist, L'iss A.gathe Haenel, The evening was started v/ith a pensive pibce, **The
Song" by Louis Soohr, the almost forgotten violin virtuoso, arranged by the
conductor in a very tasteful n^nner for the chorus. The somewhat old fash-
ioned song sounded quite modern in its new guise and met with great applause.

There followed three songs dedicited to the singing society by H'einrich
Johannsen: "Homeland**, Holstein Landscape", and Tiood night". This song by
Theodore Storm was especially pleasing. Th .re 7/as such applause, that the

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chorus had to repeat s^.me. "l Le-^-^nd*' bv Tschaikov/sky, and ^n old En.^lish
'•Dancinr;; Song" by Thoinas liarlej^, v/ere also of frrent beauty, A V/iomen's
choir, **Moonlif';ht" by Mur^o Kann, 'md Saint laens v/ell known p.nd often heard
'•Sv/an*', also the closinr choir, "Rinr; Cut, 'ild -^.ells", by Oounodj deserve
to be rnentioned '^s excellent perfornir^.nces,

:'iss Hanel had a difficult task in her opening nuiiber "32 Variations in C
Llinor" by Beethoven. This r.aster composition of Beethoven's, which like his
other variations have fallen into oblivion, re-uire a livelv technicue and
musical concepi^ion, 'in"! its 6:ccellent production proved that the pianist
possesses both. Of her other performanceo, Chopin's "Nocturne Op. 37 Mo. 1"
nnd Liszt's "T] Iv^.jor Polonaise" should be especially praised.

K'.ns Hess enjoys ^vith ri^^ht, the reputation of a maestro on the cello, and
he could not have opened his porforina.nce ir.ore appropriately th''.n with Moz-
art's "Lar^^^hetto". There followed the oiquant "Scherzo" bv Dittersdorf,
arranged by Kreisler, and "Hnrlequin" by Popper. This composer was repre-
sented in the last part with "Nymph Danz" and "Scherzo" by Brahms, v/hich
require an excellent technique. Continuous applause rewarded this virtuoso^

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l/.iss Juul Rosine and iss ^'ary Stange, took over the accompaniment on the
piano, the forrer for Hess, the latter for the choir* ./e can not close our
report, without mentioninp; the conductor. Mr. Boepplor added ci ne<v leaf to
his p-lorious v/reath with this son"; evening*. The perforiiHnces not only v/ent
v/ell together, but they v/ere musical masterpieces, which v/ell deserve such
designation.

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TH3 CIRCLE HOLDS FALL FESTIVAL.

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The fall festival, in the Lincoln Turner Hall, of the v/ell known union of German
speaking Free Masons, the '•Circle**, combined with an artists concert and ball
succeeded beyond all expectation. Under leadership of the well known conductor,
Mr. Martin Ballmann, who also assembled the excellent program, very good numbers
were offered. The participatinfr artists were zealously up to their task and
success rewarded their efforts.

The program was opened with some offerings of the Balluiann orchestra, of
vAiich particularly an extract from*brpheus in Hades** met V7ith favor. A cornet
solo by Ur. Iver Lindstron, accompanied on the pia.no by his wife, was followed
by Mr. Herman Krueger who with a few songs made furore; Ur. Frank Lamon on tlie
guitar and banjo, Mrs. Laura Van der Locht with a fev/ songs, lir. Julius Van der
Locht, Mr. Rudolf Baumheier with a well received Cello perfornEince, then Mr#
Paul Gawatzki on the violin, and finally a trio consisting of Jilessrs. 3awitzki,
Baumheiter and Liartin. Mr. Paul Thone did his share through his excellent piano
accompaniment.

The concert was followed by a ball. It was, in evgry respect, a successful

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evening for the circle, ^at especially pleased the youthful audience was the
lively music, \*iich was furnished by the orchestra later for dancing.

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CATHOLIC CASINO.

Yesterday* s yearly concert of the Catholic Cf^.sino in the Kimball Kail ex-
ceeded all e xpectations considering it is an amateur chorus. The majority
of the p-irforni'-nces, were v/ell^ove the avrage, for which principally the
master over the choristers, Joseph L^oos, v/as responsible, who at the same
time appeared v;ith a gre^^.t conposition for men*s chorus, solos and orches-
trr:- before the public.

The program contained a selection of the best: JohcMn Sebcstian Bach, v/ith
his weighty cantrite: "Sleeper Av/:?.ke" and *Talestrintt", with a double chorus
'•Popule I'eus*'. Other nu!nbers were the previously mentioned Moos' composi-
tion, dh Offertorium;. '*Recordare, Virco ' ter Dei**, Lendolsohn*" "Boating",
"'.Tiere To'* by l:]dv/in Schultz and Beschnit-J:s "Hope'*. The offertorium is in
the style of the old imsters, full of meaning and harmonies. The soloists
were Liss Llary Kartell and the tenor, L-skowsky. The performance of Schult's
composition, was not equal to the others offered. I.IcDov/ell*s "Gnome Dances'*,
one of the few chorus offerings of the most prominent representative of
romanticism, succeeded brilliantly and great applause greeted the closing num-
ber: "The Bug and the Flower". The singers had to repeat same.

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It must be mentioned, th'^t Knrry Iiar:non, tenor ?ind Hernrm Schlitt Bass,
took over the solos in tv/o choruses, giving f'-re-it satisfaction with th^.ir
si-ir^iriP-, Tl'ie ^ilto soloist i'iss Rose Lutiger \!i^\rm.on^ •appeared on the pro-
f^ram ^vith son^^s by Brahms, ./olf -^nd Chadv/ick. Th3 singer possesses a strong,
ple-^sinf^ voice 'vith excellent schooling and her perforrpnce was expressive,
-'iss Irrna Rounds accornp-^nied her on tl-ie piano, with gre^.t understanding*

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F'Jl.'JtiLS OF -u^T.

The ChicHgo Sin^iag Society's Concert.

At the opening of yesterday's concert of the Chicago Singing Society in the
!vledinah Temple, the old choral: "Only to God Above, Praise be Given*^, sounded
like the bells of an old cathedral. In all the concerts v/hich the Chicago
Singing Society, under the conductor Jilhelm loerjv^ler, has given, we have heard
nothing but good music. Yesterday's concert brought proof, that the society
struggles to draw as close as possible to hur.i'^,n perfection, IL'specially praise-
worthy were the feminine voices. That v/as a genuine Germc^n chorus with frank,
clear, ringing tone and excellent enunciation. But it should not be said that
the inale chorus was not excellent too.

The Soloists.

i.:iss Claire Dux wis the celebr ted soloist of yei^^terday' s concert, 'iiss Dux
fully dessrved --.ll the applause that was given her. Her voice was never as
cle-r and full, her expression in tone and language never so deep and plausible,

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as yesterday. She started her program v/ith 3chubert sonr^s, v/hioh she inter-
prets excellently. Her Gretche i at the Spinning; Mieol" was charming, of soft
tenderness, and her other Schubert songs wex^e also v/orks of art. She sang
Agathe's Aria from "Freischutrr" by '.'ebar, v/itJi great fervor, which «:iade a deep
impression. All the modern songs v/hich follov/ed, v/ere excellent, and the
artist had to throv/ in several extra songs. She was accompa.nied on i:he piano
by Ir. Bruno Seidler v/lnkler.

Liss Lillian Rehberg, the young cello player, played first, from the Concerto
in D I.!inor by Dvorak, the dagio and Allegro. She has at her disposal a wonder-
ful technique, r/hich is the i.iore surprising on account of her youth. She was
accompanied on the piano by 'iiss I^aria Stange.

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criCAGO siirriNG society

To Cjtjr;;;an iriii:ii^;rani.s v/ith good voices, good hearing, and a love for singing
u sp]ei.did opportunity is olTered to mingle in the oiroie of Germans and German-
.i::iuricuns by joining the Chicago Sin^^ing Society. In this chorus the German
son ;s aru cultivated under the leadership of }ir. V/ilhiam Boeppler. The Four
Seusuns, Cdysseus, Judus i^.aocabeus, and Creation are only a few of the many
^reut oratorios, which wore performed by them. The opportunity is also offered
in the sinjinj society, of learning the i^nglish language, because English songs
are also sung. The rehearsals are held every V/ednesday evening at 8 o'clock in
the bunquet hull of the Chicago Lincoln Club, 108 Germania Place. Voices will be
examinea there before and after rehearsals by Mr. Boeppler.

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SOUTH ilUlCGiJ^iLilT SONG OLUB

The South Hungarian Song Club arranged a popular festival at Kolze's Electric
Park, a delightful shady place opposite Dunning. The progrcm provided for
singing, a concert, v.Testling matches and athletic performances by the German
Athletic Club Siegfried, dancing, and other entertainment, v/hich attracted
large nuiabers of this national unit, /mton Gertner, president of the festival,
and his committee did all in their power to provide a pleasant time for all.

A massed chorus, under the direction of Franz Beidel, sang many selections
during the evening, among them "The Day of the Lord," "My Heart is in The
High Lands," by Ferdinand Freiligrath, and "As it was at Home," by Peter
Cornelius.

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THE EIGHTY LAST CHORD

Brilliant Artistic Performances in Last

Two Concerts of the Saengerfest

The last strains have died away. Rising from step to step, the majestic
German lied has completed its march of triumph; after long years replete
with tragic errors and misunderstandings, it has renewed the ties of harmony
and understanding linking the different classes of the American people, and
has shown that despite the terrible war years the emotional depth of the
Americans of German descent and their love for the good and the beautiful have
not been lost.

Both of yesterday's concerts of the North American Saengerbund were great
successes. Tho Coliseum was nearly filled for the afternoon concert, but
at the evening concert many had to be turned away, since in spite of its
enormous seating capacity, the great festival hall proved too small. Not

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only financially but, above all> as musical events, the last two concerts,
like the precedin/^ ones, were r>uccess«s in the truest sense of the word*

Young German-America — nearly two thousand voices strong — took charge yesterday
afternoon at the Saen^erfest hall. The splendid performances of the Saenger-
fest Children's Chorus — co.Tiposed of this enormous number of boys and girls
with gifted voices — formed the delightful nucleus of another tastefully and
skilfully arranged program. It was a real pleasure and a most refreshing ex-
perience to be able to hear German lieder sung in German in such an exemplary,
majestic manner by this great host of children here in the middle of America.
And for this reason, intense heartfelt emotion found expression in the sustain-
ed applause that the numerous Saengerfest audience bestowed upon the youthful
singers after each number.

The applause was also intended as a tribute to the director of the Children's

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Chorus, 'lerr Mans ^ieder'nann, v/ho had v/orked, r^racticed, ard re'iear.-^ed v;ith
his little sinrers for months, in order to be able tr- achieve such first-
class rjerforrnances as had just been hearri. ^""-e Torth American '^nen^^^erbund—
one nir-^ht almost say, r.11 of "".ernar-ATeri ca — is indebted in no s:T:all measure
to :{err ""Wiedemann for \ hat he has acconplished in the '"^ield of son^ with his
thousands of children. He himself had arran.^ed a chorus ^"'or children's voices
consisting- of '"rerrnan lieder of sprin-^, sumr^er, fall, v/inter, an-' Christmas.
This was T^erformed by the bovs an^ rirls vjith smoot'i intonation an- nrecise
tone color. The youthful voices san-: ''Der ''ai ist r-e'-cmmen"; '♦^'achtirall,
racntic-all, v;ie sanrst du r,o schoen*' ; '*C Tannenbaum, C Tannenbaumf' ; 'T du
froehliche, o du seli.^e*'; and nan;^ other old familiar ^erman favorites.

The followin-- n^xmbers, sun,'^ in ':nrlish, '^.^ere no less excellently performed by
the children: "Dovm in the './oodland,'^ by "^Ir^ar-^liss; "'.'elcome, >:eet ^nrina--
time,'' by P.ubinstein-lich; and ''The ^ia- ^rov.T. Pear,'' by ^^ana-Zucca.

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Likewise directed b^'' Tlerr ?iedormann '.vas the chorun consisting of the Tunp-er
T'oennerchor, the Chica.^o Lehrerchcr, the 'chiller liedertafel, and the "^irner
I'aennerchor, v;hich, a capnella, first of'fered 1. "^ecker's mapnificent •'Tlocharit
in 'Valde'^ and then the tv;o nelodious lieder: ^'^.^in •Tclders'^rauch, ■' bv Theodor
Kirchner and "!"ur die I'offnunr fost.'^chalten, '* /_by "^. 3urlaeuly7. Here, too,
the performance v/as distinguished by excellent traininr, fim intonation, and
clean-cut attac!^.

In keeping! v/ith the spirit cf the occasio^:, Conductor Frederick Stock and his
Chicago S:Anphony Orchestra had opened the afternoon concert, dedicated large-
ly to the Children's Chorus, v/ith the Dlayin^- of the colorful r^relude to '^jnp:el'
bert Humperdinck' s chaTninr fairy-tale onera, '''lansel and •'^rretel''. The ^'TTella
fest," from the ''k'oenif^skinder Suite^* by the same conposer, and several ex-
cerpts fron Tchaikovsky's ""utcracker Suite^' were played by the orchestra in
the further course of the afternoon concert in an equally superb manner.

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:.:iss Kathryn I'eisle, already favorably kno^vn to the audience by virtue of her
apDearanc-^n on the precedin:- day^ f^anr the aria •'•"ein Herz be^luecl-et sich'^
/^:,:on coeur s'ouvre a ta voixV, ^ron ^'Sarnson and Delilah/' by Saint-Saens.
Arain, the p^eneroun ai^plause obliped ^er to r^ive an encore, and as a sr^ecial
tribute to tie children sittinr on the v/ide benches behind her, she turned
around and, facinrr then, sanp tlie charninr little "^.nrlish sonr *'The Lilac
Tree,** a corr^ositinr of •-• IT. Cartlen.

'♦Only when apples r.vovi on lilac busiies, v/ill I rive you a kiss,'' archly said
the little rirl to her enually your.hful admirer. 3ut she soon reprets her
cruel rebuff, and vhen the little boy f-azes out of his v/indov; next morninp he
sees his darlinr in the .^-arden tyinr apples on the lilac bush v/ith her ovm
hands. This, in brief, is the story depicted b^- this thoroughly ^^raceful lit-
tle sonf^.

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sirif-inf! of 3chubert's ^''Jrl'^oeni^-'' and -rahms' **'^.ied*\

The 7.veninc God cert

The Chicago '^TinDhony Crcliestra orened ^^esterdav*? eveninr concert in itn
customary nasterful fashion v;ith_ the plavinr of the overture to **3a}cuntala/'
by rroldmark. Led by Director /]]. l-.J^ ^.ehberp, the I'assed ''ae^nerchor then
sanp the heart-rendinp T)ost\var lied "^s droelmt vom Tiirm," bv ?. Janos'<:e.
Deeply movinr is this cry of distress of a "neople sick unto death, v/ho impTo-^e
the Alniphty for iielr^. Fror^. thousands of voices cor^e the thunderin^^ ^vords
^Land in Tot"; the implorinp crv, '*T!ilf , "lerre 0-ott im ^-iirjnel," resounds to-
v;ard Heaven, It is a niphty sonp, which embodies a plea for help that could
have arisen only in a devastating v/ar era in v/hich v;hole nations are destroyed,
Rehberp and his splendid sinp-ers rendered the lied in ell its rripr^inp power,
and to thousands of people there must have co:ne, involuntarily, the longincr
thought: I,:av this crv for hel"o soon be heard!

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With Karl Reckzeh directinr-, th_e ^'a?sed leennerchor, a cap^^el la, next offer-
ed V»'erner's ^::eidenroeslein'* /'V3ah ein Ilnab* ein loesleir .stehnV- '^-^-e T)er-
forrnance was an outstandinr success, and althou.'-h this old lied'^has been
heard so often, the masterful interi^retation it received by the chorus made
it seem like a revelation. This v.ild old son- of the serf (^ands>nechtlied) ,
ennobled b^- Goethe* s penius and exalted in "."erner's com-nosition to a v^ronder-
fully profound ex:^ression of love's eternal sufferin^:^ (des urewir-en Liebesleides)
held the entire preat audience visibly in its spell. Only after a silence last-
in - for minutes v;as the_extrerne tenseness released, disch.arrin'- itself into
thunderous anplause. /Translator's note: This amazinr characterization of
^'Ileidenroeslein'' surpasses all understanding*, ^roethe's lovelv little Ivric
tells of a lad v;ho plucks a heath rose and is nricked for his vmnton act./

I'uch credit is due the music corLmittee for inclur"'in^- in the pror-ram a selection
from Papa Haydn's beloved and ever-youthful work ''Tlie Creation". This was the
passare *'::un sctieint /strahlt/ im vollen Glanze," v/herein Raphael lends jubilant

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and triumphant ex-nression to his joy over the succesr^ful act of Creation and
over the '^arth shinin - forth in vir^sin beauty, Alexander ;^'i-onis projected
this sonr- of joy with force and di{:^nity throurrhout the spacious hall. It was
the last apr.earance of this artist, who throurhout tPie "^aenr^erf est has pained
the admiration and s:nripathy of thousands of music lovers. This was revealed,
above all, by the tremendous applause that was renewed time and arain, in
tribute to the brilliant performance of this '/leen artist, who exT^ressed his
appreciation by sinrinr^ :;chubert's ^'l^ltaendchon'' as an encore.

The Prize-* .'inninr "lon^

The president of the Toreinip-te T^oe^.nerchoere of Ohicap-o, ^Idolph Oill/, then
stepped upon the podium to enlir^Uton the audience rerardinr the efforts of
the Vereiniz-^te "'aennerchoere in behalf of the creation of American fol'^c sonrs.
He srioke as follows:

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''In the name of the Veroinic'^te ^'aennerchoere of Chicn-'O, T extend yon a hearty
preetinv^. Interest in son??s for four-nart nale choruser; is steadily prowinp-
here in the United :;tate3. "7e ho^e that this art and its develoment V7ill one
day become as r^opulor in this country as It is in ■'^^ernany, vjhere next month a
fratherinr of .-30, or/) male voices will ta'-e nlace in the cit'^ of I'unich.

"The influence of massed choruses such as v;e have assembled here today is a
thorouf^hly inspirinf^ one, and re^^res^^nts a significant factor in the (cultural)
development of the country. The f^^reat industrial and co.mmercial establishments,
in which a -c-reat number of men father daily and in which the formation of so-
cial, musical, and athletic clubs is encourar^ed and sur^norted by the cantains
of industry, have opened up a considerable field for sonc'^s for male chorus;
there are a large number of nuite excellent choruses of this sort. The stead-
ily prov/inf? number of such orranizations has, hov:ever, made the nuest for suit-
able compositions a rather Tjressinr matter.

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"The Voreini/^te ''aennerchoere of Chicap^o — an organization composed of tv/ent-^^-
tv;o sinrinfT societies, v;hich is affiliated v;ith the !'orth American Saenp-erbund
and which was fomed to ^reserve and Trornote the ^^errnan lied — has for some
time felt the lack of suitable American compositions, especially in vievj of the
steadily increasing number of the native-born who are joininr the member socie-
ties. For this reason and, at the same time, in honor of the diamond jubilee
of the Ilorth .'jnerican Saen^erbund, the sum of one thousand dollars was apDropri-
ated in order to stimulate American composers to examine the worlds of American
writers and poets for a text reflectinp* American life and the American spirit —
a text which would nrove a source of insDiration for the com.nosition of an un-
pretentious work of the nature of a folk sonr* for four-^art male chorus with
orchestra accompaniment.

"The fund was divided into three prizes: a first r^rize of '"'SOO, a second r^rize
of "300, and a third prize of ^200. A larre num;ber of mioritorious comnositions
were submitted. The judges vvere Frederic): Itock, Adolph '7eidiFr, ITarl leckzeh,

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!!• A. Rehberr, and Adoli;:h Oill. It is nov/ my rreat pleasure to r)Te3ent to you
the winners in this conpeti cion.

**The first prize was a'v/farded to :>• !^dv/ard 3trubel, of Covinf^ton, ::entuc>:y,
v/hose composition is a nusical settinr of James '.Jhitconb ~>.iley's "noem *',7hen
Evening 3hadov;s 7all'. '^.econd -^rize went to ITr. "^.ouis Victor oaar, of Chicapo,
for his musical settinr of t'le rioem 'A Little "iOnr for '?v';o,' by Edmund Tance
Cooke, Third T^rize v;as v/on by !'r. "^iduard 7choumloeffel , of Chicago, whose com-
position was inspired o:^ ?,merson Ilourh^s noem '''y ''tout Old Heart and I*, ^he
poet is known the Coventry over as t!ie author of 'Tlie "Covered '"apon'/'

Crill then introduced the three prize-winninr- composer^, and '"r. 'Itrubel, winner
of tie first prize, moianted the conductor's stand to direct his v/ork. In a
simple, mielodic settinr and in close keepinr with the spirit of the text, the
harm.onicall:' pure tones resounded throughout the hall. The composition fits ad-
mirably into the fra^-iev/ork of unpretentiou:: folk sonrs; it does not indulre in
any exarrerated musical flourishes, but finds expression in pure and full ^.-r'

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hariTionies tliat co:.:e Tr'-n the 'lecirt and re to t'le hoort. '>. Strubel v/a.^ lib-
erall-^'' and enthusiasticallv aD^-^lauded , beinr called back several tiner, to the
conductor'? :tand. But the greatest rev/ard for ohe artist is t}:e "'•:nov:ledce
that he has presented the nation with a beautiful, .genuine foil: son":*.

^Conclusion of the Concert/

/-ifter the Chica^^o S'^rmr^honv Orchestra had or^ened the second nart of i>he riroTraTi
vrilth a spirited rendition of ^'Capriccio ilspa^nol,*' by 7ins'ri-"'\orsa':ov, the
Lessed Taennerchor sanr the old familiar son."-* of lonrinp "I^ein r^don^<' ich,
riar-^'areta/* t'^lren froiri the ''TroiriT^eter von "eo-rkinren'' and set to nusic by ^^e^^^r-
Ilelnund, Director "^ohber-'^ v/ielded the baton with ad^'iiroble assurance and ^uiet
self-confidence, v/hich, as one could cleerlv observe, liad a favorable effect up-
on the sinrers. The I'assed ' aennerchor, cMrected by ^ehbern*, also offered
^'''orren muss ich fort von hior,'* a Oernan foil: son'^ t-i<3t everybody has sunr or
heard. This v-/as the farev;ell son^- for :. :e out-of-town sinpers, vjho v:ill not

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soon forget t!ie beautifu.l Chicr-o Seen-^errest.

As her sv/an soPx-^-, ! ario Sundolius offered ''""Asas Traur:," fro--; "Lohen.^rin/^
Cnce a.'^ain, her superb voice filled tie sr^acious hall; once arain, the many
thousands of listeners were r.ost deeply noved by tlie -^lajestic harmonies o:^
Richard '.'arner. Annlause that v/ould not cease rewarded the ca^^able artist
for her unsurpassable performance. She, too, will be .^ratefully re^.er^bered
b:^ Chica/T0*s music-lovinr public.

The playinr of the I'aric ?ire ''usic fron "■a'^ner's *'Die 'Jalkuere*^ was the out-
standing ""erfomance of the Chicago 3:/7riphony Crchestra at yesterday's concert.
The excellent musicians /coraprisinr the Orchestra/ also contributed a rreat
deal to the success of the Festival by their perforniances in the earlier con-
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Maennerchor rose to their feet to offer the farewell number: Fohr's '^Am Altar
der Wahrheit,** a work that is eminently appropriate for our times. '*7or oer
Wahrheit allmaecht»gen V/affen, V/ahn muss entfliehen^ (Before Truth's almighty
weapons, Error must flee) — these words rang out in mighty chords through the
spacious hall; they were sung and echoed in thousands of overflowing hearts.
And together with this song, there rose heavenward the wish of thousands that
in a time such as the present, when lies still retain their dominant sway, the
powerful message of this composition will be fulfilled to an ever greater de-
gree: •♦Before Truth's almighty weapons, Error must flee.**

The last strains have died away. But in the hearts of the thousands who were
caught in their magic spell, they will continue to echo for many a day and many
a year.

/translator's note: The two or three concluding paragraphs of this article,
which have not been translated, tell briefly of various parties, teas, auto
rides, etc. for the entertainment of the out-of-town singers./

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TTZii si;cOiTD D.^ 0? THE 3.ar:(SRF::oT

G-iant Iiall of The Goliseuii Occupied to Last Seat at
First Bund Concert Yesterday Evening

The second day of the great Saengerf est of t he Korth .jnerican Saengerbund
has passed. In its shinin^^ march of conquest, the G-erraan lied conquered the
hearts of all the raany thousands that at yesterday* s concerts filled the
large Coliseum to its utmost capacity.

^The crowds were tremendous/, and the achievements of the conductors, the
choruses, the soloists, and the orchestra were likewise tremendous. The pro-
gram of music heard at the individual concerts was absolutely first-class,
and it is v/ell-nigli impossible to sincle out any one of the many performances
as especially outstanding. And so great v;as the throng of friends and lovers
of the majestic German lied that at yesterday's evening concert hundreds of
people listened to the entrancing melodies v;hile standing in the street in
front of the Coliseum, since no room could be found for them in the hall. /^\ %

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rh3 .a*tnmoon Concert

The rirr>t iirtGrnoo.n concert, held ^re.storday, ^-rovad to be a ruisicnl event of
the hij:ie3t order, -.3 i:ui,:;nificent as it \\ra:] enjoy :;ble. Tlie occusion \j^s
attended by a ■:re .t _nd :T;ijhty throng-; or liotcnors, v;lio, onciiarited by the
iriopirln^ beauty oT the -errcri.iaiice, surrendered co. .:)letely to Lho iiagic
Gjell or the i:iU3ic« Tliis concert, too,..«,v/a3 a shiniu{^ triujipli xor the
G-en.ian liod -aid Ger.ian i.;ujic» TiLiultuouG ..-.plause (;reotod each of the ::i{uiy
nmibers on Lho extraordii'i^rily full-bodied zn-l splendidly arranged pro::;r;ii:i.

The concert v/a3 o;;;^ened ^;ith a ru^^iificont ; erforiiance by Lhe C}iic\ :o ^y-iiphony
GrchoGtrcc, under Lhe con3u:i..ate direction of Lac^trc TredericI: Jtoc':, of the
overture to the opera " ^uryanthe,*' re//arded by .i.niy as ..ebor^a beat and i.iost
successful couposition. liero, ac -..gII as in the distinguished * erfor).ianco of
t\JO 2iiovji.:ont3 fron Jchu::iann*s ''l^ieniah^' .jyin:honv in d-flat and in the "olav-
inc of the *'!!uncarian Jances," h'rs. 17-^.1, ^ ' Bralins Dvorak , Jr. atocl: a^;ain
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a master v;ho, v/ith his artist-players, icnows ho;v to achieve the e'^eat and the
sublime in a manner which is at once -^reat and sublime.

During the afternoon concert, ..ilhelra Boeppler, the hi^ihly If ted chorus
director, led the Jaenf'erfest Mixed Chorus in performances of Eeethoven^s
'^Die :ilhre Gottes;" ^^Beautiful Si-ior," by I. L:olius Christiansen; and the old
familiar ''In einem }:uhlen Orunde," by Friedrich Clueck. Under Herr Boeppler^s
direction and v/ith the employment to best advanta.-^e of all t.he registers of
the mip-hty chorus, each of these iium.bers proved to be a magnificent achieve-
ment of the ver:,?' hir-Jiest order*

Kathryn ^.eislo of the Chicago Grand Opera Company was the soloist in the melo-
dious "Beautiful oavior,*' and dischar/^ed her by no means simple task v/ith
consummate skill and astonishing ease* Previously, she had been heard v/ith
orchestra accompaniment in tv;o ochubert lieder, ^V.m die Llusik" ana *'.J.Lmacht,"
and had earned enthusiastic applause for the (graceful and very pleasing style
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/mother first-class soloist to appear on tlio 'irternoon program V7as .J-exander
Kipnis, who on the precedin,:; evening had already sun^^ his way deep into the
hearts of the audience and festival participants by his superb rendition of
";-otan»s Farov;ell-'. This trne he offered "In aiesen heil^gen ITallen/' from
Iilozart's "The I.Iac^lic Jlute"; "BlicI: ich uniher," from ..a;:;ner^s "Tannhaeuser";
and as an enthusiastically demanded encore, ochubert^s "Der .-anderer" ("Ich
komnie vom ^xebir.-e her"), ITothinc; better or more beautiful has been heard
in Ghicago for a lon^- time,

riaturally enou,:;:ii, the appearance of the Yereini::te ...aennerchoere of og. Louis

under their director, Hur^o iOischuetz, v/as av/aited vath especial interest.

i^ind those v;ho had looked forvvard to a tre:at cf lonr::lastin{;; efrect v:ere in no

v/ise disappointed. Kerr .-jischuetz has his sin/ers firnily and securely in

hand and is eninently capable of scalinej 'ohe steep heists jf .:;enuine art

v;ith the first-class material at his disposal. Under his direction, both

li:. Aoellner*s "Das ev;ip:e Lied" ana C. .^ttenhofer^s "Dort lie^t die lieimat "' '"*^

mir am PJiein" v;ere fjresented by the bards of ot. Louis in truly masterful /.;■ ^'o^

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fashion,

For those v;ho were present, the entire afternoon concert v;as a succession of
precious delights, .vhich, . • •v;ill lin5:er and echo in joyful memory for a long,
long time.

The Jveninr- Concert

At yesterday* s evcr-inL: concert of the Ilorth .uiierican oaenf^erbund , the spacious
CaLiseurri v/as filled to the last jeat. TTea-nly four thousand sinr-ers of the
/I'orth .-jfierican 3aen,^er^7 Bund and the ITorthwest oaen,^:.erbund v.^ore irias^ied on
the lar.^e platform and the /gallery just above it.

The Ghica^-o oj^nphony Orchestra, directed by Frederick 3tock, fittingly opened
the concert v;ith zho playinc;^; of the overture, '^Liebesfruehlin^,^* by Oeorg
Schumann* Then the rreat Bund Cnorus saiif-: the majestic old — but ever nevj —
lied ''Das ist der Taf': des Herrn,'' by iCreutzer. LIko the roaring of a storm, -.

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tiie rni.:iity chords of this noble singers » prayer resounded heavenv/ard; the
aip:.hty audience, carr-.ed avray b ' the supre:..e power of the Crerman liod,
listened enthralled. .Jid scor.riS of applause, v;hich v;ouid not ceano, rewarded
the talented director, Karl Reckzeh, aiKl all his fine sin;:ers for the pain-
stai^in::^ effort it must certainly have recuired in order to present such a
siir.ple lied v;it:L such cantivatin^: beauty.

Under the direction of the -ifted conductor H. .-.. .^ehberc, the Lassed
::aennerchor, a cappella, sang the r^anz -ibt lied "Die ..bendcloclcen rufen".
In LBlodies of splendid coloring, .iehberg and his sin -ers interpratod the
-oeaceful mood of this touchin.-- lied: fror.i the direction of the village, the
last sounds of the .-Ji::elus-bell softly faae av/ay; as the sun 3lo\;ly sinks
in the fiery red evening; Srr/, the v/eary plov-Tian lifts his eyes in reverence
t0v;ard heaven and thanks the Creator for a happily ended day. Keepin.p; the
mif;hty mass of sin(:ers skilfully in hand, "che conuuctor achieve/A skilfully
executed tonal effect., of c\mazinf^ purity. Vhe applause bestca.od upon him
and his sin-^ers caifie strai.^ht from the overflov/ins hearts oj Jae many thou-

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sands present.

Havinri^; shov>n last ni -ht that ohe io a su,.erb ..-arjierian sinr:er, I.larie Jundjlius
today brought proof that she is also no stranr^er to the corjcert sta-^e. -jhe
sang the three -;trau3S lieder *' Jlersoelen, •' ":.:or;:en/* and *'3taendchen" with
a reeling for these r.iodem little tone poei.is that was surprisin<^l3'' keen and
profound for an opera sin-:-er. Free of all stace iiiiriicry and of any striving
after effect, her rendition of these son.^s v/as a finely chiseled work of art —
the art of a nusical goldsmith* Her perx'ormance truly earned the cuiple applause
that \;ould not cease. She is undoubtadly one of the first stars in the j-aerican
nueical sVy. us an encore she sang :>rieg*s stirring 'V^olvejgs lied".

The old Scotch folk song '^Jlnie Laurie," arranged fjr male chorus and dedicated
to the Jaengerbund by J. r'. Frenzel, v/as sung a cappella by Lhe Massed Maenner-
chor under the direction of Karl Reckzeh. In snite of — or perharis because of —
its siiTiplicity, this song produces an efiect of sheer beauty and harxiionic
purity, .-ith a sure hand, Herr i^eckzeh led hiii singers to triumph, and the ,<' "

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audience v/as not stin^-^ with its applause, '.ath his arran.->;eLient oi this
little sonr- for nale chorus, Herr ?renzel has presented this genre of music
v'ith a nevr pearl • ::uch of the applause v;as intended for him as v/ell.

The Ghicr-go iyiiiphony Orchestra th£ii played the ochcrr.o and Ronanza from Dohnanyi's
"Suite for Orchestra*', opus 19 /the ..bendpost incorrectly v;rites ''opus 53^7,
v;ith the unsurpassable mastery for v/hich the orchestra and its conductor are

famous.

One of the outstanding successes of the evening v;as ''Die Llacht der Musik," a
v;ork for chorus, solo, and orchestra, -.;hich v/as sung by the Llassed I.Iaennerchor
and I.Iarie Jundelius, under t-he direction of i-Iarl riecl-ri^eh. "The Pov;er of l.lusic"
is the title of this beautiful lied by i.orni^, and povjerful indeed is music,
pov/erful indeed the German art-sonc. -ifter a brief introd- ction by the orches-
tra, the mighty chords of the massed chorus began to ring jut; with bell-like
clarity, the solo of I.Iarie Jundelius could be heard in all its harmonic purity.
From a thousand voices resounded the words: '*,.iusik, du maechtige, von dir .- ^ '^

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verschv/indet der amen Sprache ausdruckvollstes '..'ort." .jid feeble indeed
are v/ords of praise in the presence of the supre:.ie power of thio majestic
song*

.nfter havini^; achieved a great success in the afternoon concert, l.liss Kathr^oi
Ivleisle, alto of the C icaro Opera Gorap?:iny, ViOn the turauituous applause of the
enthusiastic audience at tho evenin^i concert v;ith her rendition of ".^.ch, mein
Sohn^ fron ::eyerbeer*s *'The Prophef . In sjute of the demands made upon it in
the afternoon, her voice shov/ed no trace of fatir^e. Thy intonation v;as full
and well-rounded, and the beloved artist earned nev7 laurels, ohe acknov/led^^ed
the ample applause by sin^iin/^, as an encore, "i:ur ;:er die Sehnsucht kennt,"

The lied "Ilein Ilerz ist im Hochland,'' set to music by I^maz Heim, was presented
by the Ivlassed I.Iaennerchor under l^eckzeh^s direction v/ith Lhe perfect beauty
that characterized all of the iieder sun^^ by tnis chorus. /Translator's note:
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Glazunov's ''Yalse de Concert in F r/ajor".

Simple and unpretentious, ^ret appealinf: and heart-rendin/-- is the lied
'V-Utniederlaendisches Dank^ebet/' so eninently suitable for bringing a con-
cert to a close. The massed chorus under Rehberg^s direction once again
permitted its mighty voices, v;xth ail their beauty and uov/er, to cast their
spell over the gathering. ..ords of praise ;-ere henrd froM a thousand throats:
praise to the Creator for the beautiful gift of noble song, praise for the
all-supreme -^^rman lied, *;hich bestov/s unity and peace upon all those v/ho
listen to its harmonies.

The national Jaengervolksfest

Tomorrow (Saturday) at 1: P.H. the groat Saengervolksfest v;ill be held at
Rivervievj Picnic Grove. To jud'-e from the preparations made by the committee
of approximately thirty singers, this v/ill be a festival than which no greater
or more beautiful has ever been celebrated in Chicago. • /

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Together v/ith their friends, many thou3:dnds of singers from all parts of the
country will gather here at the conclusion of the concerts to pledge them-
selves to further effort in behalf of the German lied, and thus to take their
tand for peace and friendship.

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TRIUIPH OF G5MAN 30MG. *^^' ■ '

The first concert of North toerican Choral society is history. Long before
the fixed hour, thousands of visitors crowded into the festively decorated
hall of the Coliseum, The singers on the large stand, early took their
places and offered a beautiful picture because of their large numbers*
Punctually at the fixed hour l&r. Frederic Stock, the conductor of the Chicago
bymphony Orchestra, took his position and the crowd of about 15,000 people
rose, and from the throats of all those thousands arose the beautiful Amer-
ican national hymn: "America''.

V/ith the *'L^ei3tersinger" prelude, this wonderful composition of the uerman
niaestro, Richard 7agner, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra opened the concert
proper. Could there be found a more appropriate musical creation as an over-
ture to the great German singing festival? The orchestra, under the direc-
tion of its excellent leader, in spite of the unfavorable acoustic condi-
tions, as always, performed very brilliantly, -wdiich deserves praise.

The German Song.

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Just like the first spring storm, which sweeps away the snow from the j|

fields, impressive as the cathedral bells ringing the "Ave", but also pow-
erful as the sublime chords of an organ, sounded the tunes of the beautiful
old song, "Harmony^ sung by the Chicago Singing Festival Men's Chorus, with
out orchestra accompaniment, under the leadership of ICarl Reckzeh. Keckzeh
has a reputation as a clever leader, and it can be said, that his and the
performance of his singers, exceeded all expectatioas. The "German Song** by
Attenhofer, worthily joined, and carried by inner conviction, resounded.
••Vi/hether in his own country, or in a strange place, the true son of Germanj''
lives, o Gernan song, you can gladden the heart, that is surrounded by silent
happiness", v/as it applause, this roaring, which mixed with the final
sounds of the song, or was it the appreciation of the thousands , who touched
by the beautiful performance, gave expression of their feelings, with loud
applaus e •

JISLTle Gundelius.

L:ary Gundelius, the prima donna of the New York lietropolitan Opera Company,
sang the aria from Tannhauser, "You Dear Hall" in a masterful way. m spite
of the large size of the room, the artist's voice penetrated strongly and
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pronunciation, a main proviso for all Jagner gingers, and her voice is, in
spite of largeness and strength, prepossessing and rounded* She received
stormy applause, for *4iich she thanked them v/ith the addition of 'Du bist
die Huh" .by Schubert • To her performance must be credited a large part of
yesterday evening's success.

The Mixed Chorus*

The "Hallelujah/* from Handel's "Messiah** sung by the mixed choir of the
Chicago Sangerfest, under the direction of V/illiam Boppler, may be consid-
ered as one of the best offered in yesterday's concert. The conductor
understands how to hold .he large chorus in his hands, to control the tempo
and especially masterly are the pianissimo effects, vriiich are of such clear-
ness and beauty, that they appear to be unbelievable considering the large
number of singers participating. It is therefore easily explained, why King
George the First of England, at the introduction in 1741, was so impressed with
'•Hallelujah**, that he rose from his chair, all those present following his
example and standing listened to the powerful song, and in this way honored
the great German genius, who created this wonderful work.

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TIiE GR2AT i^iATlCNAI. SAEIJGE R]?"li;S i' IN CHIC;^GO
OK V/EDInIESDAY, TliIRSD/wi', AI-:D FHIDaY of 'rlilS IffiEk
Significance of the Festival; the Festival Program;
the Festival Conductors; the Festival Hall/^

Only a few days remain until the thirty-fifth Saenr:erfest and the diamond
jubilee of the North American Saengerbund will be vdth us.

The Deutschtum of the entire country is looking fon^'/ard to this significant
celebration v/ith a feeling of anxious suspense that is thoroughly justified,
for the success of the event v/ill assure, for many years to come, the continued
existence of a society /the North American Saengerbund/ that has alvjays been
one of the most important factors in the fulfillment of the civilizing
(kulturhistorische) mission of the Germans in this country. Vftierever there
was occasion to gain nev/ ground for America's Deutschtum through the promotion
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be found in the front ranks. And for many decades, Chicago in particular has
had in its German singers and directors a sturdy pillar, which, fiimly imbedded
in the foundation of the cit2,'s first cultural beginnings, has proved the main-
stay of the superstructure ^« e., Chicago's subsequent cult\iral developmentT"
in later years.

First of all, the coming festival has a cultural significance for Chicago that
should not be underestimated. When the brotherhood of singers from ever;^^ part
of the country assembles in this city, there will be achieved by this
Saengerfest a fastening together of the inner threads between the different
classes of our city's population — those threads which now hang at loose ends
as a result of the misunderstandings which arose during the war years and have
persisted to this very day. The supreme power of the German art-song will
again open the way that will lead to a better mutual understanding. \Yhat words
and deeds could not achieve will be attained by the art-song. And this will
be accomplished all the more easily since Chicagoans are, in general, sympatheti
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hearts of thousands, v/ill build a bridge to the sympathies of Americans in all
classes of the population.

But this Saengerfest — like those that have gone before it — is of enormous
significance for the entire country as a contribution to the cultural develop-
ment of America. Even today, this may not perhaps be generally recognized.
But y:hen the history/ of Americans Dentschtum is fina]ly written dovjn; v/hen
all the antagonisms have become reconciled; when the discordant elements have
been cast in one harmonious mold — the concept of a great American nation — only
then v/ill one be able properly to evaluate what has been accomplished in this
respect by the German singers. Only then will one find the necessary acknov/ledg-
ment of the achievements of all these splendid souls who, in their hard struggle
for the dissemination of things of the spirit, have brought to this country their
G-erman industry, German courage, the German art-song, and German ideals.

After almost tv/o years of painstaking and often disheartening preparation, the
great Saengerfest is now ready — complete to the last detail. This v/as no easy

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task* Chicago is today a city of nearly three million people. Many years'
experience has shown that the greater the city the more difficult it is to
organize a Saengerfest of this magnitude. In a small city, the entire populace,
naturally enough, is interested in such a festival. For weeks and months ahead,
everybody talks about the coming event, and everybody works hard for its
success. But how different conditions are iii a city like Chicagol In Chicago,
the public has been spoiled by operas, by symphony concerts, and by a wide
variety of other musical performances. In this city, a Saengerfest, despite
its magnitude, despite its enormous scope with respect to the number of
participating groups, is not the world-shattering event that such a festival
would be in a smaller city. Here in Chicago a mighty effort is necessary in
order to arouse general interest and to convince the public that the
Saengerfest is actually an event of more than ordinary significance.

As has fidready been stated, the festival officials have done everything they

possibly could. To make the festival an actual success now lies in the hands A/^ ^

of the people of Chicago, chiefly, of course, in the hands of the citizens of /-^y/p,^ ,-,

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German descent, v;ho should regard it ac a simple dut^/ of honor to attend all
the concerts in as [^,Tee.t numbers as possible.

After an
place of
dark days
banner of
the good
city in o
thousands
must be p

interval of more ^han forty years, Chicago is once more the c^athering
all those (German) racial brothers (Stammesgenossen) v;ho, despite the
and the troubles of v/ar, have remained loyal and devoted to the
the German choral song. From East and West, from North and South,
singers, like the children of one great family, are coming to our
rder to pay homage to their mother — noble Dame Lusic. And these
, v/ho have v/illingly undertaken the discomforts of a long journey,
iven a joyful reception by their brothers and sisters in Chicago.

Unity must be zhe v/atchv/ord during tl-e f estiva] days. United by the sublime
German art-song, the (German) racial brothers of all America should gather
in our city to honor German music and German ideals. And because the brothers
and sisters of German descent v/il] gather in our citj^ under the banner of noble

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music — because of that reason alone, the stamp of a cultural endeavor will be
impressed upon the whole festival.

This should be a great family festival in the true sense of the word. And if
some sarcastic person should say thrit he would have a good deal more confidence
in the festival v/ere it held by the Irish, then let the entire Deutschtum of
our city prove by deed — that is, by the participation of young and old — that he
is badly mistaken. The great Saengerfest will be and must be a success,- of
v/hich even our chiD.dren and our children's children v/ill speak v/ith shining
eyesi

TIIE FESTIV/a PRoGRAi..

'Wednesday Evening at 8:15, June 11, 1924

Reception Concert

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Soloists: l.Iarie Sundelius, Soprano; Alexander Kipins, Bass.

1. Prelude to "Die I.ieistersinrer" V/agner

Chicaco S^TTiphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

2 • Harmonic •

Das deutsche Lied Attenhof er

Chicago Saen^erfest Iv:aennerchor, A Cappella

Director, Karl Heckzeh

5, Aria: Dich,teuere Halle , from "Tannhaeuser" V/af:ner

Ivlarie Sundelius and Orchestra

4. Hallelujah, from "The Messiah" 0. Y. Handel

Chicago Saen^erfest l.iixed Chorus ard Orchestra

Director, V7ilhelm Boeppler

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5» Address of 173 Ic one

Honorable William E. Dever, Llayor of Chicago

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Ceremonial Act (Festakt):
Bund Flag

Presentation of the ^orth American Saenger-T"

Transfer of the Blind Flag from Louisville, Kentucky, by Fred 0. Nuetzel,
Second Vice-president of the Bund

Acceptance of the Bund Flag by Charles G. Schm.idt, President of the
Bund, and Address by the Latter

Presentation of the Bund Flag to the Representative of the Chicago
Singers, Ernest J. Kr^ietgen, Festival President

Song of the Bund: Brueder, reicht die Hand zum Bunde — Wolfgang A* Mozart

Chicago Saengerfest Maennerchor, A Cappella

Director, Karl Reckzeh

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6. Symphonic Poorn No, 3, *'Les Preludes*' Liszt

Chicaro Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederic!: Stock

7. Du Ilirte Isrfjels Portnianskjr

Chicago Saengerfest Tixed Chorus, A Cappella
Director, v/ilhelm Poeppler

8. V/otan' s Farewell , from **Die Walkuere'* "Ja^ner

Alexander Kipnis and Orchestra

9. Pilgrims* Chorus, from '♦Tannhaeuser'' Wagner

Chicar:o Saenperfest liaennerchor and Orchestra

Director, Karl Peckzeh

10, Chorale and Finale, ''Die Lleistersinper** v/agner

Chicago Saengerfest l^ixed Chorus and Orchestra y^

Director, William Boeppler (uf '%\

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Thursday Afternoon at 2:15, June 12, 1924
First Afternoon Concert

Directors: 7/ilhelm Boeppler, Frederick Stock, Hugo Anschuetz
Soloists: Kathryn Ivleisle, Alto; Alexander Kipnis, Bass

1, Overture, 'Turyanthe" Weber

Chicapo Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

2. Die Ehre Gtottes Beethoven

Chicago Saengerfest Mixed Chorus and .Vind Orchestra

Conductor, V/ilhelm Boeppler

3« An die Llusik Schubert

Die Allniacht .Schubert

Kathryn IV.eisle and Orchestra

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4. Das ev/iga Lied E. Koellner

Dort Liegt die Heimat mir am Rhein C. Attenhofer

Vereinigte Uaennerchoere of St, Louis, Missouri, A Cappella

Director, Hugo Anschuetz

5. Cathedral Scene and Finale, ''Hhenish" Symphony
in E-flat r. Schumann

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

6. Beautiful Saviour F. i:elius Christiansen

Chicago Saengerfest Llixed Chorus, A Cappella, and Kathryn Meisle

Director, V/ilhelm Boeppler

1. In diesen heil'gen Halle, from "The Llagic Flute" Lozart

B] ick ich umJier , from "Tannhacuser " Wagner A^

Alexander Kipnis and Orchestra l-^^Dk

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GuHI.iiij.'^

Hungarian Dances, Nos. 17-21

Chicaf^o Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

Brahms -Dvorak

In einem kuehlen Grunde Friedrich Glueck

Chic'Jf^o Saen^erfest I.lixed Chorus, A Cappella
Director, //ilhelm BnepT^ler

'rhursd'iy Evening at 8:15, June 12, 1924
First Bund Concert v/ith zhe Co-operation of the

Saengerbund of the Ilorthv/est

Directors: K^rl Reckzeh, H. A, Rehberg, Frederick Stock
Soloists: r.Iarie Sundelius, Soprano; i.vithr:,^! I.eisle, Alto

1. Overture, "Liebesfruehlinr^" ,

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

G-, Schumann

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2. Das ist der Tar des lierrn jvreutzer

Lassed Liaennerchor, A Cappella
Director, Karl Peclrzeh

3, Die Abendrlocken ruTen j'ranz Abt

IV.assed Lacnnerchor, A Caprella
Director, L, A. Rehberc

4» Allerseelen Richard Strauss

Lorf^en Richard Strauss

Staendchen Richard Strauss

>.:arie Sundelius and Orchestra

5o iornie Laurie Scotch Folk Song

Massed Vaennerchor, A Ca-nDella
Director, Karl Reckzeh

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6. Scherzo p.nd Roranza, fror- Suite for Orchestra, Opus 19..,. Dohnanyi

Ghic'^ro S^niphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

7. I/acht der Musik Kornic

i:assed Laennerchor,, Ivlarie Svmdelius, and Orchestra

Director, Larl P.eckzeh

B. Ach , ^ein Sohr , f rorn "I'he Prophet^' • • • Meyerbeer

Kathr^Ti L.eisle and Orchestra

9. V/ie ' s daheim v/ar G. ?/ohlcemuth

Jviassed Llaennerchor, A Cappella
Director, M. A, Rehberc

10. Mein ITerz ist in Fochland arranged by I^az Ilein

I.Iassed I-.laennerchor , A Cappella y\

Director, Karl Reckzeh i^^^U/r/

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Valse de Concert i:o» P.^ F Lajor, Opus 51...

Chicago Synphony Orchestra
Conductor, Fredericl-- Stock

Glazunov

Altniederlaendisches Dank^ebet ^rran^ed hvj FZrense:

I\;assed l.:aennerchor and Orchestra
Director, Ii. A. Rehbcrg

Friday Afternoon at 2:15, June 1?, 1924
Second Afternoon Concert

Directors: Hans Biedermann, Frederick Stock
Soloists: Kathr^rn Meisle, \lto

1. Prelude to "Hansel and Gretel''

Chicago S^Tnphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

Hun-oerdinck

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2. Sprinf^, Sunrr.er, and Fall in Geiman Folk Songs.. ••

arranged by Hans Biedermann

Saengerfest Children's Chorus
Director, Hans Biedermann

3. Hochamt in Walde H- Becker

Junger i:aennerchor, Chicago Lehrerchor,
Schiller Liedertafel, Liedertafel Vorwaerts,
Turner Llaennerchor; A Cappella
Director, Hans Biedermann

4. Aria: Mein Herz begluecket sich ^on coeur s'ouvre a ta voi2c7,
from ♦♦Samson and Delilah** Saint-Saens

Kathryn l!eisle and Orchestra

5. Down in the 7/oodland Slgar - Bliss

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V/elconie , Sweet Sprin^tine Rubinstein - Rich

The Big Brown Bear Liana - Zucca

Saencerfest Children's Chorus and Orchestra
Director, Hans Biedeimann

6. Selections from the 'llutcrncker" Suite Tchaikovsky

ChiC'd^o SyFiphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

?♦ Beirn Folderstrauch Kirchner

llur die Hof fnunc f est^ehalten Surlaeuly

Juncer L'aennerchor , Chicago Lehrerchor,
Liedertafel Vorv/aerts, Schiller Liedertafel,
Turner Uaennerchor; A Cappella
Director, Hans Biedemann

8. Lied Brahms I ^ W F i\

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Erlkoenig • Schubert

Kathryn Meisle and Orchestra

9. Hellafest, from the ♦T^oenigskinder^ Suite Humperdinck

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

10. Winter and Christmas in German Folk Songs*. ••

arranged by Hans Biedermann

Saengerfest Children's Chorus and Taennerchor
Director, Hans Biedermann

Friday Svening at 8:15, June 13, 1924
Second Bund Concert v/ith the Co-operation
of the Saengerbund of the Northwest

Directors: Karl Heckzeh, H. A. Rehberg, Frederick Stock; Edv/ard St37ubel,
Composer of the Prize Song /^t

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Soloists: Marie Siindolius, Soprano; Alexander Kipnis, Bass

1. Overture, "Sakimtala" Ck)ldinark

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

2. Es droehnt vom Turm F« Janoske

Massed Maennerchor, A Cappella
Director, H* A. Rehberg

3* Sah ein Kiiab* ein Roeslein stehn V/erner

Massed Maennerchor, A Cappella
Director, Karl Reckzeh

4. Aria: Nun rtrahlt im vollen Glanze, from "'ilie Creation". .. .Haydn

Alexander Kipnis and Orchestra /<r

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Edv/ard Strubel

5. Prize Song: "I'/hen Evening Shadows Fall"

(Poem by Jamec V/hitcornb Riley)

Llassed Ivaennerchor, A Cappella

Director, Edv/ard Strubel

Award of Prizes by Lr. Adolph Gill, President cf the Vereinigte
Maennerchoere of Chicago, to the Prize-v/inning Composers: Edv/ard
Strubel ("V/hen Evening Shadov;s Fall"); Louis Victor Saar ("A
Little Song for Tv/o") ;Edv;ard Schaumloeffel ( "Ly Stout Old Heart
and V)

6. "Capriccio Espagnol", Opus 34 Rinskl - Korsakov

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Conductor, Frederick Stock

7. Dein gedenk* ich, Margareta Ivleyer - Helmund

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Iwassed Llaennerchor and Orchestra
Director, !!• A, Rehberg

8. Elsas Traum, fron "Lohengrin" ^'/agner

Llarie Sundelius and Orchestra

9. Iv'iorgen muss ich fort von hier Silcher

Massed Llaennerchor, A Cappe31a
Director, H. A, Rehberg

10« Love Scene from "Feuersnot" • Richard Strauss

11. Am Altar der Wahrheit Lohr

Ivlassed Laennerchor and Orchestra
Director, Karl Reckzeh

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The Directors

The four directors v;ho will lead the choruses and the orchestra at the
concerts v^re no strancers to residents of Chicaco and its vicinity/.

Karl Reckzeh, director of the Ivlassed I.aennerchor, v/as born in Saarlouis,
Gemany, and received his education at Lhe cyirinasium of that city. After
cor.plGting his general schooling, he studied in V/eimar at the fanous
Stavenhagen Klavierschule , later going to the Leipzig Conservatory. In
1900 he v/as called fror: Leipzig to the Chicago Llusic College, end soon his
name became knov/n far and v/ide as a piano teacher and, later, as a choral
director. Faithfully devoted to the noble art of GeiTnan music and an
especial admirer of German songs for male voices, Reckzeh unhesitatingly
acceDted the preferred directorship of the Senefelder Liederkranz. The
successes he achieved soon became generally known, and in the course of time
he occupied the director's post in several other societies, among them the
Orpheus /Maer^erchorZ, the Harmonie /Gesangvcreijy^, the Saengerbund Freiheit,

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and the Indianapolis Ivlaennerchor. The programs which the Vereinigte
Maennerchoere have held under Reckzeh's direction have alv/ays been out-
standing events; the concerts of this organization are attended with pleasure
by lovers of the beautiful choral song.

Director H. A. Rehberg is another festival director v;ho will conduct the male
choruses. He, too, has acquired an excellent renutation in the course of his
many years of activity in America. Born in Frankfurt am Llain, he began to
serve noble Dame Ivlusic at the age of tv/elve, dilir;ently studying violin and
piano. He then went to V/eimar in Thueringen to pursue his studies for an
extended period at the school of music. As a result of a severe illness
contracted b^'- his father, he v/as forced to return to Frankfurt, which he left
at the age of seventeen to come to America. Ke settled in Chicago and studied
violin under Adolph Rosenbecker. After four years of diligent study, he began
to apply himself to the subject of music in general, and learned harmony,
counterpoint, composition, and orchestration. He then turned to the study of

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songs for men's voices, and in 1897 assiinied the directorship of the Reuter
Liedertafel. In 1901 he was chosen musical leader of the Arion Maennerchor
(of the North Side) ; in 1905 he was appointed director of the Lyra Damenchor;
and in 1905 he v/as called to the Abt Laennerchor, nov/ knovm as the Richard
V/agner Saengerbund. Rehberg ctill retains the latter three posts* He has also
been director of x.he Teutonia Liaennerchor since 1916, and of the Schv/aebischer
Saengerbund since 1923. Since 1906 Rehber^ hcs also been the musical leader
of the Yereinigte Llaermerchoere , and in this post, especially as a result of
the successful concerts arranged under his direction, has acquired a formid-
able reputation rs a choral director,

Wilhelm Boeppler, who will direct ohe mixed chorus of fifteen hundred voices
at the concerts, came to America from Krefeld, Gerraany in the year 1894, and
first settled in Milv/aukee. His teachers in Gerriany v/ere musicians of
international fame; among them, v/ere Reinecke, Fiedler, and Lange in Leipzig,
Euziam in Kreuznach, and Arnold Llendelssohn in Bonn. Prior to his departure
to America, Boeppler had been the director of a great church choir in Krefeld

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for seven years. In Milwaukee he soon founded the IJilv/aukee A Cappella
Chorus, xvhich recently celebrated its silver jubilee.

In 1902 Boeppler responded to the call of the Germania Club of Chicago; he
moved to tl-iis city and became the founder of the famous Chicago Singverein.
He also conducted the Turner Llaennerchor and the Boeppler Symphony Orchestra.
In 1907 he again assumed the direction of uhe lcilv;aiikee A Cappella Chorus,
and several years later became director of the V/isconsin Conservatory of
LIusic in the same city (lailwaukee) . However, he did not abandon his post as
director of the Chicago Singverein.

In all of his undertakings, the efforts of V/ilhelm Boeppler have been attended
by the greatest of success. In particular, the concerts of the Singverein
held under his direction have been widely acclaimed; the performances of llax
Bruch^s ♦^Odysseus*' and Haydn's "Four Seasons" presented by the Singverein
under Boeppler *s talented direction cannot be surpassed by any chorus
whatever.

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Hans Biedermann, the director of the festival children's chorus, comes from .
Neudamm in Neumark, He received his general schooling and his musical
education in Berlin, the latter at v/hat v;as then knovm as the Royal Academy
for Church llusic. After completing his studies, he v/as appointed singing and
music instructor at the German, Austrian, and Swiss Hochschule in Constantinople.
The Greco-Turkish war finally forced him to abandon this post, which he occupied
for four years. He then took over a state — paid position as singing teacher
in the Hochschule of a small city in Prussia.

Hov/ever, Biedermann shortly afterwards responded to the siren call of several
of his school-day comrades, who described ohe "City of Millions" on Lake
Michigan, which they had visited during the l/orld's Fair, as a desirable place
to establish a nev; home. And so Hans Biederm.ann irmdgrated to Chicago. Rearing
that a certain German singing society, the Frohsinn, v/as seeking a director,
he applied for the highly recorded post, and in the spring of 1899 he v/as
chosen musical leader of this old and, at that time, very active Laennerchor.

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His reputation as an outstandinc director v:as 'niickl^^ established, and today
the following societies look back v;ith price upon the successes they have
achieved under the leadershi"n of their m..ster director in concerts and other
public i:)e27forinances: the Ghicaf:© Lehrerchor (nale chorus and nixed chorus),
the Juncer L'.aennorchor, the Vor;/aeri:s Liedertafel, the Schiller Liedertafel,
the Turner Maennerchor, the song division of the Fortschritt ./omen^s Sick
Benefit Society, and the Chicaco Baecker Oesan,r;verein« Biedermann is also a
distinguished musician and teacher, and several artists are indebted to him
for their successful careers.

_^ranslator*s note: The meager sketch of the career of Frederick Stock
has been omitted, since fuller details are available in standard music
encyclopediaSjj_7

The Festival Hall

'Alien the question of a festival hall u^-iz first broached more than tv/o years. '^/p/. i ;

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ago, one of the first possibilities to be considered was, of course, the
Coliseum. The latter was inspected by the committee, which found itself
confronted by several difficulties; for example, the problem of accomodations
for the m€uiy thousands of singers and concert-goers was not easy to solve.
For this reason, an attempt was made to obtain a suitable hall in some other
way, and three possibilities were taken under consideration: the Municipal
Pier, Cubs Park (Wrigley Field), and a large tent. The last — named possibility

was first examined But it soon appeared that the cost of constructing a

stage and seating facilities was prohibitively higih. An' attempt was then made
to secure Cubs Park. The directors of this baseball park willingly granted
permission to use the premises .....However, the plans for the roof supports
and the platfonn called for the digging of several holes which would roughen
the baseball diamond for a considerable period of time; therefore, the entire
plan had to be abandoned.

The Municipal Pier was now the last remaining possibility.... .The entire cost
JZt remodeling the structur^ was determined at approximately one million

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dollars, v;hich sun was to be raised by a municipal bond issue. The members
of the City Council v/ere unanimous in their support of the plan, and Mayor
V/illiEim Hale Thompson enthusiastically sicnified his approval of Lhe project
• ••••But when Schv/artz and Richard, members of the Council, attempted to
introduce the measure, the enemies of Lhe Layor raised a terrific squav/k;
they hurled the charge of extravacance at his head, and attempted to make
political capital out of the hall question. This led the festival officials
to abandon the plan at once.

The Coliseum was now reconsidered, and it v/as soon determined that ever^^-
thing could be satisfactorily arrarc^^* Here too, however, a black cloud
appeared on the horizon of the hall committee; there was a report that the
Republican or the Democratic Convention v/ould be held in the Coliseui:u t/hen
this did not materialize, the festival officials began to breathe freely
.again, since a clear field nov; lay before them* I.Ir. Daniel l^ueller, the
"father of the festival hall," together with other m.embers of the committee,
v/orked untiringly, day in and day out, to remodel the Coliseum.. ..for the

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Saengerfest. ^^^anslator's note: Various details of the remodelling work
necessary to prepare a suitable stage, an orchestra Pit, and seating
facilities are discussed in the next fev/ sentencesjj^ Thus the problem of a
hall v/as solved — a solution which cost the good committee members many a drop
of sweat •

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THE SAENGSERFSST OF 1881

^?anslator's note: This is one of several special articles appearing in the
Sonntagpost on the eve of the great Chicago Saengerfest, June 11-13, 1984^7

Chicago became the festival city for the second time when the twenty-second great 5

Saengerfest of the North American Saengerbund T«as held here in 1881* For weeks "^

and months ahead, preparations were enthusiastically pushed, and the festival rj
conmri.ttee, under the guidance of the festival president, Louis Wahl, did everything -o

in its power to insure the success of the event • When the first festival day, o

June 29, finally arrived, the out-of-town guests were first of all taken by the ^

reception committee to their quarters, fdiere they received an excellent meal for ^

thirty-five cents* The members of the Chicago Turngemeinde and the residents of '^
Clark Street had festooned the entire length of that thoroughfare vrith flowers,
wreaths, and electric laiops, and the newspapers devoted columns to accounts of
this "fairy-like** lighting display • People were not as accustomed to electric
lifting in those days as they^ are now» Qie reception and festival cormittees

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were divided into members on foot and members on horseback, the latter of whom
had to supply their own mounts and their own sashes. In this respect, too, times
have changed considerably-- something for which the committee members of the com-
ing festival will no doubt be grateful. ^i

The following Chicago societies participated in the festival arrangements: the ^

Orpheus Maennerchor, the Germania ^^aennerchor/, the Teutonia ^Jfatennerchor/^, the rj

Frohsinn Gesangverein, the Alemania Maennerchor, the Senef elder Liederkranz, the ^

Freier Saengerbund, the Eintracht Li;^der!aranz, the Concordia Maennerchor, the 2

North Chicago Maennerchor, the Schiller Liedertafel, the Schweizer Maennerchor, co

the South Side Liederkrcmz , and the Harmonie Gesangverein. /Sames of participa- §

ting societies from out of town are omitted in translation^/ '^

At 3 P. M« on June 29, all the guests were officially welcomed in the festival
hall, the Exhibition Building ^ot further identified/* The orchestra played the
Coronation March from Meyerbeer *s "The Prophet"; Mayor Carter Harrison and Louis
Wcdil, the festival president, extended a hearty welcome to the guests; and the

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^opth American Saenger;;;^ ^^^^^ flag was handed over to the festival president
In the usual manner • The guests then retired to their quarters , in order to
brace themselves for the concerts on the next day with a good, strong drink*

Attendance at the festival was not at all confined to the Genoa n-Ameri can popula-
tion of Chicago* Other Americans, toO| were treiodndousl;^ liopreased by the impos-
ing opening of the event* For several days in advance ^j^f the festival opening^,
the English-language newspapers carried column-long reports ^n the forthcoming
event/, and the Chicago Morning News even went so far as to demonstrate its good
will by publishing a greeting of welcome to the out-of-town guests in the German
language* Thia **Gruss an die Saenger^ we herewith reproduce ^Tn translation/
for its own special interest:

**To the guests who have come from far and near to participate in the celebration
of the Saengerfest of the North American Saengerbimd, the Morning News extends
today its heartiest greetings* We bid them welcome— all who have hastened here
in order to provide proof within the walls of the Garden City that the cultivation

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of the noble sniae of nruslo has found a place In our fatherland In the materialistic
nineteenth century«...«lb aU who have come here in order to contribute their mite
to the success of the festival — to the soloists » the sln^rs, the musicians, and
the visitors — the Morning News calls forth a hearty •Welooinel''*

2^anslator*s note: A festival poem written by Emll Dletzsch and first published
in the Freie Presse is likewise reproduced in the present article* It is omitted
in translation^

As has already been mentioned Hans Balatka was the music director of this
Saengerfe3t«»«».0nce again ^s in the festival of 186&7^ the best musicians in the
country were summoned, and an orchestra of one hxindred and fifty pieces was
assembled* In contrast to the Saengerfest of 1868, there were a fairly large
number of soloists present. A sextet of artists had been recruited from the best
talent then available; it consisted of FTau Dr« Peschka-Leutner, Ssna Donaldi^
Anna Louise Gary, Wilhelm Candldus, Franz Remmertz, and Ifyron W, Whitney*

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The opening concert was held on the afternoon of June 30, the overture to
^'Oberon,^ by C. U. Weber, serving as the introductory selection. The ^Te Dema"
of Haydn was presented by the massed chorus with overwhelming force and beauty.
Siginund's Love Song, froia **Die Walkuere,'' sung by W» Candidus, was enthusiastically
3?eceived, and the remaining selections, too, released veritable storms of enthusi-
asm among the audience.

Whereas this ^penin^ concert was attended by only five thousand people,.. ..the
festival hall was packed to the breaking point at the evening concert. Several
hundreds listened to the performance while standing in front of the building, and
the immediate neighborhood of the festival ball was said in the newspapers to
resemble an army casip*

The third concert was likewise a splendid success. We herewith present for its
own interest the program offered on this occasion, ^^anslator^s note: The
accuracy with which the aforesaid program is reproduced can be gauged by the fact
that the oratorio "Elijah** is attributed to Bach-Handel!/

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The Program

!• »^Kiaiserraarsch," with final chorus Richard Wagner

Massed Chorus of the North American Saengerbund, 1600 voices

2. Masonic Cantata r r — --- — — — - — Mozart

W. Candldtis

3. Gebet "vor der Schlacht tt Itoehring

The Saengerbund Chorus

4. Der Halle Rache, aria from "The Magic Flute" Mozart

Frau Peschka-Leutner

5* Aria from "Orpheus'^ Gluck

Miss Louise Cary

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6. "Salamis" /Composer not identified

(Hymn of Triuinph of the Greeks after the Victorious Naval Battle at
Salami 3 ) ^

The Saenserbund Chorus Solo by the Junger Ifeennerchor of Philadelphia ^

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7. Oratorio from "Elijah Bach-Handel /sic/ <^

The Milwaukee Masikverein and Several Chicago Societies; S

Carl Wolfsohn, director 2

Soloists: Frau Peschka-Leutner, Anna Louise Cary, W, Candidus, ^

M, W. Whitn^ 3

The remainins concerts were likewise a success, and the attendance x«as generally
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BYGONE DAYS RECivLLED
Colorful Past of Orpheus Maennerchor

The Orpheus toennerchor (Male Chorus) will celebrate its golden jubilee with
a great jubilee concert in the Bush Temple Theater next Monday. Today we
will give some details of the long and honorable history of the club.

On August 11, 1869, Franz Amberg, Wilhelm Burkhardt, John Hoffman, V/m. Reinhardt,
and Geo. Vi/alz called a meeting for august 19 at Bernauer*s Hall, Lake and
Clinton Streets. At this meeting, where nany citizens of the Viest Side gather-
ed, the Gesangverein (Singing Society) Orpheus was founded. ^Ir. Otto Lob was
engaged as director, and he held this office Ufitil 1873. He was succeeded by
Messrs. Hans Balatka, B. Ziehn, V/. Bergstein, and John Molter, and since 1877
by the well-known and popular director Gustav Ehrhom, who was succeeded by
Karl Reckzeh. The first president of the association was Mr. Henry Greenebaum,
who was succeeded in office by Messrs. John C. Meyer, Clemens Hirsch,
Louis Sievers, Franz Amberg, Theodor Arnold, Henry Jansen, and Hermann Pomy.
The present president is Mr. Josef Stein. After the Great Fire in October, 1871,

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the Orpheus contributed to the erection of a large hall, at the corner of
Peoria and Lake Streets, which was named Orpheus Hall, and which was
occupied by the association in the spring of 1872. There the Verein (asso-
ciation) made splendid progress. Its membership reached three hundred and
eighty. The number of singers was about ninety. A ladies* chorus was add-
ed and gave splendid performances. The panic of 1873 forced the Verein to
return to its former quarters. The female chorus was dissolved and the
Verein continued as the Orpheus Maennerchor. The number of singers had
greatly diminished, but under the guidance of Gustav Ehrhorn a fresh start
was made. The society remained at that location until 1883. On account of
building alterations the association, which had originated as a V/est Side
club, moved to the South Side and found quarters at 49 South La Salle Street,
where it remained continuously for ten years.

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The former ups and downs of the Orpheus were due to the changing times but
the present period of gay prosperity was brought about by hard work and close
co-operation. Besides a great many other selections, the German folk song

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was zealously cultivated, and of the more important pieces let us mention
Mendelsohn^s ^Vintigone," ^Dio Allinacht^ by Lachner, "Bergpsalm,'^ ^Columbus,**
^Landsknecht , '* ♦*Hunnenschlactit," **Sturmesmythe,^ and the chorus selections ^
"Weihegesang,** "Hymne an die Musik," **Da3 Gewitter," and »'Sklavenjagd,'' all or r;
which were written by Eermann Mohr, an honorary member of the Orpheus, /ifter no
the Schiller Building v;as completed the Orpheus Maennerchor found a new and o
beautiful home«

The Orpheus has taken a great and active interest in supporting the Gernian
singers of Merica in their efforts to promote the German Lied by arranging
great Sinf^ers' Association song festivals. The urpheus v/as represented in
full strength at all song festivals of the North /jnerican Saengerbund (Singers*
^^sociation) , and was proud that its members did their share to heighten the
success of the occasion.

At the 1881 song festival in Chicago, the Orpheus was at the head of all

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Chicae:o Singers ♦ associations. Its president, Vjt. ITranz .\nberc, v,/as elected
r. resident of the ITorth /jaerican Saenr:erbund.

Ke was instrumental in consolidatinc the various Chicaco sincing societies
under the naiae of "Vereini^te I.Iaennerchoere" (United Male Choruses). In this
association the Orpheus took over the lead and retained it for eleven years.
Its director v/as Gustav Ehrhorn during that tL^e.

At the sonc festivals of Buffalo, L'ilwauliec , 3t. Louis, and New Orleans, the
Vereinigte Saenger von Chicago (United Chicago Singers) furnished the bulic of
the mass choruses and their efficiency as clubs v/as praised by all music
lovers .

In April, 189G, the society v/as forced to abandon its location in the Schiller
Building and returned to its old home at 49 South La Salle Street, !7ilkens
Hall. The Orpheus has alv/ays been active and eager to promote the German folk-

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vvay, and especially to rlorify the "rerrri'm Lied. V/e find the sinp:ers present ^

to the last r.an at the jubilee concert 'iven Tr: the Eu.sh Temple on .'^pril 18, 5

1902, in honor of dj rector C^ustav Hhrhorn. Three clubs participated*: -^

Teutonia Taonnerchor, Liedert-j.fol Vcr.\aerts, and Orpheus i/aennerchor. The C

conce2"t v:as a £^reat success, -^

In the years that follov/ed, attendance at rehearsals declined as v/ell as the ^^

riembership. Tnis h!id to be rer.edied. One ctterapt at such a rer.iedy was to §

let the rehearsals take place at the Bisrnarr: aarcien in June, I'JOB. In the ^

sciiue year the sonr; festival of the Jaerj-^-erbuna of Torth ainerica, v/iiich v/as
given in Indianapolis, Indiana, v/a:: heavily attended by the Orphei:s rr.enbers.
In order to obtain more jmblic attention, a concert v«as r_iven on oeptenber
r^o, 1908, at the old Handel Hall. The 8ucc^^ss of this affair v;as o^uite satis-
factor:/. Bu-G the singers did not feel at hoi.e at the Bisr\ark ^kirden and
subsequer.tly various other localities, such as the ilaiser G-arden, the Lincoln

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Turnhalle, and again the Kaiser Garden, beca:.e the clubte headquarters. Hard

times v/ere in store for the Orpheus. It was homeless, so to speak, but the ^

v/orst part of it was that it had lost quite a number of excellent singers. ^^

The society seemed to run into a streak of adversity. The year 1910 v/as a ^
very sad one. i^'irst the president of loap: standing, Hermann Pomy, died. Then 3
followed another heavy blow. This was the loss of one of the founders and old- :—
time prejiider/o, Ij*. Franz i^^unber^:, the soul of the society, so to speaks His "^
death not only caused the singers to grieve at tne loss of a strong supporter
and a meritorious member, but it caused the v/hole German element to grieve with
them. He was seventy three years old when he died. His burial was on June 15,
1910, from the North Side Tumerhall.

The number of singers dwindled until only a few remained. Vfliat v^as to be done?
Some solution had to be found* i^laybe more singers could be laade to return if
headquarters were moved back to that hall on La Salle Street. This decision

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was carried out. Rehearsal attendance became somewhat better in 1911, pre- ^
ceding the son^ festival in Milv/aukee, l/isconsin. Participation there was :^
conparatively good. ^^

The society suffered another heav^^ loss in 1912. On August G, one of the

last cofounders died, singer x^dolph /o^nold. §

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In 1914 the singers rehearsed diligently for the song festival in Louisville,
Kentucky. The heat was terrific, but in spite of that it turned out to be ^
one of the most successful festivals the singers had ever presented.

Just when a happier outlook for the future was about to materialize shadows
again cast their gloom. After a brief illness, the faithful and untiring
president of the club, Ur. Jacob Spohn, died on September 22, 1914. The
Orpheus and the Vereinigte Llaennerchoere of Chicago lest a gifted and val-
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Since the old hall on La Salle Street did not attract the singers as was
anticipated, it was decided to look for a location on the North Side. The
selection v;as Keller's Kail, 4012 Lincoln Avenue, Moving day vias August
IE, 1915. But as soon as the singers had becone used to the place, they
sustained the severest blov; imaginable. Their popular and experienced
director, iv!r. Gustav ^hrhorn, died in December of the sarr.e year.

Karl Reckzeh was chosen as his successor. He was conductor of several choirs
as well as the Vereinigte Ivlaennerchoere. The Orpheus Llaennerchor was /and
still is/ very well satisfied with its energetic and intelligent director. A
new spirit seemed to prevail in the singers* nev/ hone. The rehearsals were
better attended and many new members joined the society. Iilnthusiasm among
the singers gained such height that in 1917 they even planned to give a
concert in Central Music Hall in the business section of the city, on Sunday
evening, November 4. The society was honored on this occasion by the presence
of the president, secretary, and other officials of the North American

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Saengerbimd. The concert \ms a success in every respect, and it served as
an incentive for more undertakings* The singer, Joseph Keller, the host of

the society played a big part in its promotion while the society remained ^

on his premises. He also solicited many nev; members. Unfortunately, Brother r^

Keller was forced to give up his business in October, 1916. But luckily a -o

suitable place was found in the Social Turner Hall on Belmont Avenue. The o

singers are very satisfied with their nev/ home. But bad luck has follov/ed co

them here, too. The singer August Dosch, an old and active member, died ^

after a short illness. The rehearsals are well attended now, and the nimiber ^^
of singers is steadily increasing.

The oldest active living member with the longest membership record is Brother
Franz Siegel^ He as never yet missed a rehearsal. For many years he has
held the important office of treasurer.

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secretary for eight years. Up to the present tine he has tciken part in all
rehearsals. VJe can also mention President Joseph Stein, who has held this
important office for a number of years, to the full satisfaction of all the
members.

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GCIICEI^T aT TII^J NCH'Zrl SID2 TUIUIIL\LLJ

.\n interesting concert v;ill be r:ivan at the Ilorthside Tumhallo today. The
progra:: ;vas arranr;ed chiefl;- in .lonor of thj Schu-abon Yerein, and for the
7;hole Stamifipublikm.i of these concerts. It v/ill consist mainlv of folk songs.
/Translator's note: Stiimni"oublikiLu refers to concert-goers who are nenibors
of the various countr^Tian societies^^/ Miss Zreya llaria IlacI: a public favorite, i
v;ill entertain v;ith Geinan soncs. Anon.'^ the offerings to be presented by the
orchestra are selections frori •'Carmen," and a fantasia entitled "A Sv/abian ^^

Farni 7eddine;". The ineir.bers of the Schwaben Verein are requested to purchase
season identification cards, v;hich entitle then to admission for twontv-five cl

cents. The regular price for admission is forty cents.

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Program

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1. Overture to "Za.ipa'' or "The Marble Bride" Ilerold

2. Humorous Variations from "The Fox 3ong" Suppe

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■\) .'riltz, ''^hci .:i3S" ..rliti

b) 'Tlie 3cn'* ■::'? t! o '/:-:.?t :^ir-l'' 'cjinhardt

5. j\nt iGia .ro^u "C;:\r:^en'^ "Uzot ^.

?• *"?:i::) ^'<■.■^;to .TiC;. in t'li " /)odr, '* .'.Cir-.j-T .r ^^

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b) "'.rcb , ^'I ^:.:vo iJirrjridoro^" 3^:^-^^ :e

10. i) .'altz, '^■^cll:; ^rctl.orr'' Yollst^at

b) ^'.: ::j TO Oolebr-tion'' Tumor

11. 7^nta'iia, '\S- ]vonin": t :^ ::.7':ibi in ■^•ill'^ Luedors

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GOIICOHDLi L2Aaa2

The Concordia Lea^^ue, the v/ell-knov/n association of sixty-five Lutheran con-
£^re{^ations of Chicar:o and vicinity, v/ill :^ive its annual concert and entertain-
ment next V/ednesday evenin,^ at 8 P. LI. in './iclcer Pari: Hall, 2040 './est I^'orth
Avenue, translator's notes: The author of this .article is in error v/hen he
states that the Concordia League is an association of sixty-five conp^regations
of Chicago and vicinity. The fact is that the i.ieir.bership of the League is
derived from sixty-five Lutheran conrirecations of Chicago and vicinity, i. e. ,
some members of the individual congrecations hold membership in the League,
and v;ithin their ov/n circle they constitute a branch of the League. Concordia
League v/as founded about thirty years ago, principally for the purpose of
establishing and maintaining a Lutheran high school. The school is laiovm as
the Luther Institute. It is located at 120 North V/ood Street and enjoys an
excellent reputation araong the businessmen of Chicago. Later the League
organized its ovm benefit society, v/hich grev; very rapidly and soon became the
chief objective of the League, the rrianagement of Luther Institute having been

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asGUiiied by a corr-^.ittee representing- the Lutheran cliurches of Ghicaco and
vicinity aff iliatod v/ith the Lutlieran 3ynodica.l Conference of liorth .j.ierica.
The Concordia Lea^^ue accordin^^ly chan.:3ed its nai.ie to the Concordia L.utual
Benefit .tssociation. It rr.aintains offices at 20 'backer Drive^J^

The v/ell-knovm trio, the Strassen oisters of I.iluaukee, v;ill sing. Addresses
vjill be made ^'o^j the Iteverend F. ./• Pisper and l.^ayor Thorapson,

Frocrai:!

"3tar-opan<_-led Banner**

Audience

1. a) Concerto in A Linor, ;ille(3ro Taestoso De Beriot

b) "A Love 3ong" Goldblatt

A. ./endelin, violinist
'./alter ./erdt, pianist

2. Address • • • •

Iteverend ?. './. Pieper

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5. a) ^'LiecUtation" Bach-aounod

b) ''Gondola Sonc" Ilevin

c) ''To the Beloved'' *. Schuett

The Jtrassen Trio

4. Recitation . .

Viola Stell:

5. a) "Meditation'' froi.i "Thais*' L'assenet

b) "Gavotte^' q^

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Louis Jarnusch
Lrnst Elunie
7. a) "Prelude" 1-^acliiianinov

b) "The Ilurrjine: Bird" Drdla

c) "Spanish Dance'' Loszkov/ski

The otrassen Trio

A. ;/endelin, violinist £

'Jalter ..'endt. pianist co

6. "Ilis Last Tv70 Dollars" ^

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8. "Reminiscences of School Days" ..♦••• ..•••

iSd. Krause, li. 0. Severinghaus, Gladys Severinghaus,
Linerva Severin/^aus, I.irs. .M. 0. Severinf-haus

Address i.iayor Thompson

9, "Scenes on the ^^ve of an Anniversary"

Jehovah Llale Chorus
IC. "Jadda , " "I^ate of the Navy"

Bob /illen, Lucy Glabauch
11, <^ernan-English Potpourri A.L, V/endt

Jehovah I.ale Chorus

V/alter V/endt , director.

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CONCJ^RT AT THE NORTH SID'^ TTPITH.'\TX'^
Compositions of ^rman Composers Predominate

The musical performance givsn at the .^^?.rth Side Turnhalle yesterday afternoon
was attended by a capacity crowd. The fact that not a seat in the nearby
Crerman Theatre was vacant at the ti.ne shows that the Oerman iiublic is becoming
accustomed to good programs.

Hart in BalLaan selected some of the best compositions of the 'German masters,
and under his direction the well-trained orchestra performed faultlessly.

Orchestra music predominates at these concerts, and both simple and difficult
selections meet with the favor of the audience. Thus far the conductor has
been able to satisfy the general taste. This season's programs prove that
the insertion of two vocal and twc instrumental solos i^ desirable.

I.Ir. Alfred Gritzer, who sang tenor solos, gave ample proof that he is a inan

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with a bright future. Althou5;h this talented youni^ artist is still a
student, he has very good control of his clear, resonant voice, and he
rendered his numbers v/ith much feeling and devotion. His interpretation
of "Stolzenfels ,\jn Rhein" /stolzenfels is a castle. It once served as the
residence of the Archbishop of Trier^/ and ''C Schoenezeit, 0 Sel'ge Zeit^»
(0 Happy Time, C Blessed Time) certainly merited the thunderous applause

of the audience /Translator's note: The last sentence of the article

contains the announcement of a future performance_J^

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\/ith increased zeal the Chic'i. o 5inL-;verc;in v/ent to work to brin:^; to the Chict^go
public concerts the very best,, v/iiich could be produced iroi:: music co.iSisoing of the
chor-il works oi" Germnr. composers. This is not only :.'or ohe Gori.>an-Ai :eric?i.!is of
this ci^^y. In !":usic lies a bindi:-i:_'; -rnd conciliaiiiaf^ pov/er, therefore the Gerir^ans of
Chicago cori-sider it their profound dut^/- to apply it. h'usic \ir.^s one of their ^^^roat-
est t'Alents, which they broup;ht to imerica. .'unong all variations of music, the
chor'-?l song v/^.s developed by the Gerhnns go its highest standard, in the hi^;her
sense it is characteristically German. Mot only because the German language is
considered as fundamental, but because the Germns always expressed their feelings
and sentiments in it. Upon Gerr.ian soil con;.>^e^';-ttional church singing was originated,
Student songs blosso.ned in the singing societies, \/iLh cultivated good fellowship.
All these Ghings, v/i:h their characteris oics, were aciopted inao the life of other
nationalities'. In A:::eric*". they found luxi horne ri; hts, and cinnot be separated,
anvi'.ore, from national American life.

Today v;e find all over Aiiierica Glee Clubs, \;hich are duplicates of Genrtm singing
societies. At the last singers festival in i.os "mgeles, the pure English-.'., erican

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sin'r'^inp^ sccietieG '.zero stron;:lv aniolMided.

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In the h'^^ll of the 'university Club of 'Uri'r'.lo, several years ayo, voices of t>.e
academic singers of Vienna and those of v::.erican un.LV'3rsitie'3 v/c-re -.nixei, and they
revvsled in the cultivation of zhe chorals v/hich united xhrm, aluliour-h I'liey did not
understand each others' lan.^ua.^e.

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(J andeavored go reaci": lii^lior roals.

"hev Q further inbo the cultivation of ^-..rinan son':s: thev exercise this kind of
music, v;hich v/as neglected on account of chauvinistic reasons, f- is kind of anir.os-
ity, in arL, among nations should not occur, even during v/ar, Ilobody •./ill be
under suspicion of lovim; v:::erica less, by giving help zo such artistic endeavors.

l.-usic "ill be t'le fir^^t liter: lediator throu^^h "./hich pea.ce and reconciliatian ''.monn;
the .var torn nations sh'vll be acco-.:;:)li3hed.

it is tliO iacessant aim of the i-riny sin^ors uf the Chico.«-o 3inrvx:;reiii, in spite of
irLiny objeciiions, bo prepfire for this accomolishme it.

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In a short tiiie ill ::.>i3ic iovii;

e-.e:ns:it3 oj.

for oheir n^x.t music festivtil, and, without 'loubL, noboay v/i. .1 stv:nd '>,side
unsy:;.pathetic':.lly, v/hon they re-lize i'ully the r-^conciliiitory pov/er of i.'ielody.
.'hen, the ■>hiC'i.;o Si/igverein -..'ill h^)V:3 the ri';i co:ivic-i^jii oi ■laviii; rulxilxad
its duoy. Tiie iosii ivould oe on o-ie oaro oi' those ..ho ;ouj.d -oh.o / u* eir unsymoath

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ic attitude tov/ardc ohe cause uh:ix h-^d as its ai.^ zo Meet in a sphere, '.".r.ere

hope yi':s xor all, xor a inuch i,iore je'^utiTul cind jouu r future, ^)i

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Illinois Staats Zeitung, June 11, 1916»
TH2 CHICAGO SIIKJVEREIN.

The first vice-president, Ernest J, Kruetgen, presents an annual report of the
activities of the Chicago '^Singverein'^and is enthusiastic of its outstanding
and successful performances, v/hich received highest praise fron the combined
newspapers of Chicago,

That the **Singverein** possesses in V/illiam Boe: pier an unexcelled conductor
and leader, who combines all the qualities which are necessary for the real-
ization of the high aims of the "Singverein", is a fact, which has gradually
become comraon property*

The highest praise and deep appreciation have been expressed to the conductor,
and may his valuable and incomparable service, be preserved for so long»

The •^Singverein'*, in its endeavor for the cultivation of German music and
German language, became a factor of culture in the musical and social life of

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Chicago of which the Germans of Chicago have reason to be proud. And,
therefore, it is their parsjnount duty to support the "Singverein"*

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;i.bendT)03t , Feb. 21. 1916.

KORTIi oIDJ: TUHi:":L4l.L CCrCdKT

The regular Sunday afternoon concert at the ZCorth 3ide Turnhall yesterday,
appeared to be a T)articularl3'' aniiri:itoci afrair. The patrons caie in lar^^e
niLfibers and seemed very jovial; after all, v.-e had nice vreather a^ain. As
usual, all the selections pla^'cd under the leadershiT) of :!• oallinaiin.were
received with .^reat acclain. The conductor orovided exceptional opportunities
for the soloists, parti culr-rly; the harpist Frank Varallo, t e flutist
August VJinhardt, and the trombonist Jerry Chimera.

The latter part of the concert aroused the public to enthusiasm, which
sentiment prevailed to the end, since the leader *;as liberal in playing
encores, .ilthourji little rest v;as *^iven the members of the orchestra,
the musicians seemingly enjoyed it. I.'iss riiaalie J. ochultz "oroved to
bo a highly talented .:inger, endov/ed v/ith a splendid voice, however,
she :;ave t'le i-:pression of bein^ entirely too modost, but that, and

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likevase her art, brou^3 t her prompt reco,i':nition«

The prop,ram: /lUblished on jebruary 19, 1915. Transl^J^

"--1.11a lolacca de la Serenade,'* Cpus 8, by Beethoven;

"Homent Iviusical," by Schubert;

"The Sicilian Vesper" overture, by V:rdi;

"Traeuraerei," violin, cello, harp, flute, organ, and orchestra, by Oaimiie;

Concert,. flute and harp, by Mozart, Messrs. A* /inhardt and i^ank Varallo;

tic:

Scenes from Monastic ^..ife,'' by Hubenstein;

"i:orthern Lights and Fields of Ice" and "3y)rinc? ,^' by Clsen; <'"'' ,

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^'ICadeschda," chant and aria, by Thorrias;

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c3oiiiev;here a /oico is Calling/' by "Tate, ::iss .-jnalie Gchultz;

'Ten Girls and !'o llan/' overture, by Suppe;

"loet and Isasant,'' overture, by Suppe;

''-■Elephant and Fl^/,'* due for piccolo and tronbone, by Illin-:;, essrs. A,
V/inhardt and J. Chimera;

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Ilarp and :.:usical Clock, '^ by Braun-Ballniann; "/jnerican March,'* '';y Ballmann.

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Abendpost , Feb. 16, 1916.

alli.:d oiNa:r:s cf ciiiCAac ai-ttojal G-p.LViT

F_^3Tr/;LL

The Allied Sin.n;ers of Chicago held their festival yesterday in the l^irge
hall of the V/icker Park Building. About 250 singers and a number of
guests xvere present. Theodore G. Behrens, president of the iUliance,
opened the evening festivities ivith a soleinn prologue, in v/hich he welconed
the guests and e pres-ed his satijfaction at the large attendance. Judge
George Kersten, v/ho agreed to act as master of ceremonies, could not be
present due to some indisposition. Therefore the president selected the
vice-president of the iingers Alliance of the Morthv/est to take up the
function, and lir. Albert Roos perforiaed his official duties most- ad.airably
throughout the evening. Then followed several songs, veritable treats,
under the leadership of H. A, Hehberg; an exceedingly huTforous monologue,
by Leo Jchlegei, which won much acclaim; and a jovial instruinental recitation
by Franz Lanvin. Vilholm .orens, president of the United Llale Choral Societies

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of Chicago, v/as pr^^sent as one of the '^uests, lie ::as ccrdially received,
and upon being given the floor expressed his pleasure in bein^ able to
bring greetinr^s frora the other lar,^e choral alliance.

The mutual understand inf^ of ^hese combined associations to help each other
v/henever a large public affair is und ^r consideration, is indeed excellent
and laudable. The ne:'rb numb r on the pror^ra^a consisted again of combined
choral offerings and many solo niuabers in v;hich 'lax Frahm, baritone, ^mil
Bertholt, C. Lau'vj, Hermann Hirsch, and others participated. A few fitting
words 'vere also added by !Ir. Rehberg. The entire festival deserves credit
as having been an e^cceedingly delightful social event among friends.

Th( Allied Singers of Chicago represent the follov;ing clubs: Chicago

Liedertafel, a

singers

club; Concordia Liedertafel, of the German Veterans

of Toxvn of Lake; Fidelia, Harugari Liedertafel, I^orth^vest Liederxranz,

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Richard 7agner I'ale Chorus, Saengorlust, "Jest Side Saengerla?anz , Harlem
Ivlale Chorus, and Har;iony, of Forest Park, This yearns grand concert
v/ill be given on Sunoay, ^pril rj3, in Cohan's Grand Opera "louse.

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Abendpost^ Au^. 1, 1914

.\PP::AL TC SIIiGiIRS

All Tismbers of the Vereinigte Llaennerchor and the Voreinicte Saenger are
requested to asseiible on the stage next ..ednosday evening when the protest
meeting is held in the Auditorium. The choruses will render several
selections*

■Jilhelm sirens,
Theodore G. Behrens.

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Abendpost , Oct. 2, 1911.
ORG.-^il.'IZfiTIONi; iJID TKUIH 3CGI.J. ..Gir/ITI^ T^Tl^lBAY
The International '..ale Choir celebrated its 25th anniversary.

The Hoerber iiall on 21st street and Blue Island Avenue was crowded to
capacity all during yesterday* s celebration, v;hich was arranged by the
International Lale Choir in coiorriemoration of its 25th anniversary. Ivlr.
Ludwig Ranch, the very able choir leader of the society, arranged an
execellent concert prograi.i, in the presentation of which participated,
besides the society's ovm laale choir, the V/est Side Jaen(?;erkranz, the
\Vest Side Harraonie, the Schoenhofen Edelweiss Llale Choir, the Liedertafel
Einigkeit, the Concordia Male Choir, the singers of the Turner Society
Eiche, the Society of Geriaan "..arriors, the Union Lale Choir, and the
Society of German isiale Singers of Kenosha, '.<is., which appeared in its
entireness. The concluding inusical number on the progran w^as "On the
Altar of T3nith," by A. I.Iohr, presented by a mass choir composed of members
of seven societies. The force and the inspiration which was brought
forth in this performance, won the singers great acclaim from the audience.

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An interesting sketch about the history'- of the International Male Choir
v;as given in the festive sptech, by ^.j:. Feter Jchwab, the president of
the association, lie pointed out that when the organization was founded
in 18b6, coura^v^e and absolute belief in the principles for which one stood
were required when one openly approved of the progressive aims of labor.
The founders of the organization were Henry Betzel, ^i. Vavricka, Julius
Glassner, Gustav Stange, Fritz Kebel, Henry i.J.ller, iinton Hofmaixn, VJilheln
Kloss, and Gottlieb 3chultz, ..j?. Hugo Schmoll was the first conductor of the
organization, ne vvas succeeded by Hermann Bischop, v;ho was responsible for
the rapid growth of the menibership of the association, which rose in the year
1888 to 200, with 40 active singers. Then ca^ae a change which almost neces-
sitated the disruption of the organization; only four active members were left
to carry on the work. Time and patience was required to vdthstand the strain,
but it was worth the persistsnce, because it did make a magnificent comeback.

The present vigor of our society raises our hopes for the continuation of its
grovTth, until it v/ill find the climax in the 50th anniversary celebration.

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Abendpost, Sept. 21, 1911«

CONCERTS ^T THE TURNER HALLE

The concerts at Turner Halle vail be continued at a nominal admission price
during the coming winter season*

This was definitely settled at last night's general meeting of the Turn Com-
munity» The ultimate decision after three hours of deliberation was to con-
tinue the Sunday afternoon concerts at the admission price of 25 cents«..*#
The management expects the response of the public to these concerts to be
gratifying at a very small compensation, but if this expectation should not
be fulfilled, and losses should warrant the step, the Turn Community reserves
the right to terminate the concerts at any time before the close of the act-
ual concert season.

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The direction of the artistic management has again been entrusted to the very
able conductor, Mr* Martin Ballmann, despite the fact that another orchestra
leader offered his services at one third less the fee offered by Mr. Ballmann.
The preference given to Mr. Ballmann v/as due to his excellent accomplishments,
and the truly splendid orchestra. Furthermore, a change of conductors for
economical reasons would be rather risky at the present time.

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A BRILLL\]:m.Y SX2GUTED CONCEIH'

An artistic treat v;as the compensation awaiting the large audience of music
lovers who v;ithstood the teiiptation of the glorious spring day to be present
at the concert given by the United Singers of Chicago at The Chicago Opera
House yesterday afternoon. The first number on the program was the overture
to '♦Zampa,** played by LIr, Ballmann and his orchestra. Then followed the
'•Soldiers* Chorus'* from "Faust", superbly executed by the United Singing
Societies, under the direction jf LIr. Rehberg and accompanied by the orchestra.
Loud and lasting applause rewarded the performers. The 7/eber-Liszt composition,
Tollacca Brillante", a piano solo, was played by Dr. F. Balatl-ca with the
accomplishment of a master. The singers then offered 'Tou Are Lly Ideal ** and
"Homesick**, follov/ed by a vocal solo, the "Polonaise" from "Mignon," by Mrs.
Ifeitzenberger-Lighthall, which concluded the first half of the program.

In resuming the concert, the singers and the orchestra united in the perform-
ance of "7/anderlust". Then the renowned baritone, Ivlr. Max Bing, sang in his^.u«ml

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beautiful manner Liszt's lovely composition, "You Are Like A Flower", and

"The Tivo Grenadiers". Then there followed a splendid orchestral presenta-
tion, "Coronation Llarch" from "'j?he '4ueen of oheba"; a duet by Llrs. Katzenberger-

Lighthall and Mr. Bing; and the final offering by the ensemble, "The Power
of Music".

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GEmiAN FOLK LORE
THE CHICAGO TUHN GERMEINDE OPENS A FREE SINGING SCHOOL

To give aid to the cultivation of German folk songs the Chicago Tumgermeinde
instituted a singing school for children in ^ich teacher Schmidthofer will
give instruction. The lessons will "be given every Saturday from 9 to 10
for the smaller children and from 10 to 11 for tue larger children , and
the instruction is absolutely free.

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GEBMANIA MALE CHORUS CONCERT

The news that Madame Schumann^Eeink would appear with the Thomas Orchestra at the
final concert of the Germania Male Chorus filled the beautiful concert hail of the
imposing Club House to the last seat^ The evening developed as a "Society Affair*
of the highest rank» There was no want, either in glittering diamonds or in
magnificent gowns» Madame Schumann-He ink with her divine art glorified the
concerts

At the end of the concert Madame Schumann-Eeink was presented with the life-
membership of the Germania Male Chorus, and a silver shield was given her during
the banquet* The Thomas Orchestra played under the direction of the Club
Conductor, Mr« Hans von Schiller*

The performances of the Male Chorus were acceptable* Miss Jos* Hartmann
accompanied at the piano*

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Illinois Staats-Zeituag, ^^pr. 29, 1901.

Tli:: 33IP? SIITGIIia FR.^T3RMTY

The first concert by the Seipp Singiag Fraternity Wcis given at the
South Side Turneii? Hall yestertlay. This youn^ society founded only
three months ago, scored a thorough success with its vocal offerings.
Employees of the Conrad Seipp breweiy comr^rise the society, of which
IEt. C. Barginde is director. The singers, undoubtedly, won many
friends at their first public appearance yesterday, which vjaa ex-
pressed by an aLmost une'^ualed enthusiasm.

The Seipp Singing Fraternity is composed of excellently trained voices.
They selected as their first offering the song, "F-xther Rhein", by
Naegely, followed by "Salute to the Homeland", by Kramer. The Woman's
choir was heard then in the "Boatmen's Song " by Alt. Theliozart male
choir^' gave a lovely performance of "0, Delightful Springtime," while
the children's choir Dresented "Gently down the Stretim of Time" by
Borton. The liumoristic song sketch "More V7ork for the Undertai-cer" , by

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Illinois Staats-Zeltung, Apr* 29, 1901.

Leigh, delivered by Adam Schneider, as well as the two humorous
sketches presented by Hugo Henschel, added greatly to the success
of the evening. Mmes, Lucie Graf, and Edna Waters, rendered piano
solos, and Willie Haenel, a student, played a violin solo#

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Apr, 8, 1901.

THE P0LYHYI.1NIA SINGING SOCIETY

Polyhymnia, the goddess of lyric, must have been pleased yesterday because
it was the day for the dedication of the new flag of the society bearing
her name. The musical program v/as carefully selected by the very popular
Mr. F. J. Beidel, conductor of the society, and it was designed to please
even the most critical student of music. The program was opened with the
•^Song of Spring, ♦* by Schmidt, as the first offering of the Polyhymnia Sing-
ing Society, a most exact presentation indeed. The second number was enti-
tled '•In the Spring," by Fevra, a solo offering by Mr. V/. Koch, for which
he was enthusiastically applauded. Then followed a violin solo by Mr. Harry
Diamond; and a song presented by the Harmonia Male Choir. After this I£r.
August Behrens, the American national grand president of the lodge of the
Sons of Hermann, delivered the festive address. "No more appropriate time
could have been selected for the dedication of the new flag than during the
Easter season v/ith spring in the offing," he said. "The awakening of nature
ought to have an inspiring effect upon the singers too, prompting them to
shake off the lethargy, — if such is present, — and endow them with renewed

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vigor and devotion for the cultivation of the song and the furtherance of
their Grerman mother tongue. ** The speaker then enumerated the attainments
of the Germans in their adopted country. He alvSo spoke of the decidedly-
widespread interest in the athletic field, in the culture of music, and of
the achievements attained in industry as well as in agriculture. He implor-
ed the audience to continue the good work they have begun. "Above all," he
said, "remain as a German true to yourself, because it is the best assurance
of the respect of the native-bom people." He requested the singers to sow
the seed of musical appi^eciation in the hearts of our youth and, in conclu-
sion, he expressed the hope that they will bring glory to the nevj flag v/hen
participating in the singing contest to be held in Buffalo.

He then unfurled the flag under the loud acclaim of the audience. This act
was accompanied by the singing of the "Song of the Flag" in which the sing-
ing societies Frohsinn, the Arion Male Choir, the Harmony Male Choir, and

the Polyhymnia joined.

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Illinois ^t^-^^ts-Jleitun-:, -^pr. 8, 1901.

The Polyli^aania Singin^' Socisty v;as fourxded five years ugo .nd its
teady G^o'^'-th is a ci'edit to I'r. Carl llbner, the society's ai:ibitious
^resident.

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Illinois 3taats-Zeltun;^, Apr» S, 1901,

D^'^^lNIl^Cr OF TFC HCITOH

The benefit concert for llr. Dietz v/us a real succ3ss.

V/ith due credit to llr. Dietz, Geriiian ronn as v/ell as German custoin has
found an e::cellent and ardent pronoter* Out of deev gratitude for his
efforts, a benefit concert for the beloved artist v;as held _Lt the Ilorth
Side Turn Hall last night, at which tine his nunorous '"riends presented
him with a v/reath of laurels. The address v;hich v/as planned by Mr.
Oscar Bremer and vihich was su;)posed to accom'-an^?- the presentati :Ma of
the high honor, vias cleverly prevented by the humble and unassuming
l!r. - Dietz. Nevertheless, anovjin • the persistent nature of I/Ir. Bremer,
the speech was dolayed r:itli-r than desisted Trom. Those of us who came
to honor the beloved singer last ni-ht were numerous indeed, since he
has an extremely enga.^ing personality and is a prominent figure in the
vjOTld of maisic^ Besides, he gives so freely of his great art whenever ^:,
any charitable institution arranges a musical fete. li*. Dietz himself ^ ^

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participated in the ^presentation of l_.st night^s prof^ram, thus adding
to the attractiveness v/hich aG::^ured success. Henoimed singin,^ societios
as the Ser.afelder-Liederkranz, the Schiller-Liedertafol, tlio I'laruA^ari-
Liedertafel, '^A the Turner i:ale Choir also participated, as did the
prominent soloivts riss ^Zva Vlycoff , Mr. Frans V/agner, and Ilr. Bruno
Kuehn, In charge of the concert vas Prefer^ :.>or F. A. Hern, vhich fact
alone promised a brillidnt rausical treat

Loud and lasting acclaim r/as tendered ::iss V^ycof", u::^on her ma^^nificent
presentation of "Elizabeth': Prayer," from the oprra "Tanihauser."
I!r. Kueh:], the e^i'n^nt violinist, then f^ave a superb perforiiance of the
"Le^enc," by Bohm, and the ^Irize lionr:" fro:. -Die Leist jrslnger ," for
'vhich he T:as adequately re: arded by th'^ attentive audience, "m ovation
of rare intensity was accorded !:r. Dieoc v;hen he a -reared on the stage.
He gave an exhibition of his beautiful baritone voice in the perforLiance

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or zio :o:-iilar "Rhoiriv^ine Soig/' electrifying: the alread:" ^nim.tod
listeners. The sine;inc societios jo.ned thon in the presentati n of
"Thoughts of Sprin^;»' by Tschirch. Th- apT^lause was so treble. .dous
they were corr^.lelled to r;ive an o icore. The co bined siivjing
societies viith I'x. I^ietz --3 soloist roncerec tiien the "Pastoral oonc"
oy Grieg. This was follov;ed by l^r. Bruno lluohn presenting the "Ronanco"
by Ries, ^md. the "IIan-aria:i Rhapsody'^ by Hi^user. I'iss V/ycoff was then
heard in "Grotchen^s Spinninr: 3on :" by '"^chubert, a^id "I Love You" by
Fcerstor, rith a bell-liho sweetness and clarity of voice, upon which
occ ision she vras presented v;ith c. huge bouquet of .lov.'ers.

The f in:.l 2iu:Tib-rs on the procrm brou-;ht to the st-.ge the celebrated
cellist rr. Frans ^Ta^^ner, and again i:r. Dietz v;ho Gan--; the "Ronanca^'
fron "Era i^i..vol :." by Auber. A ball followed the concert.

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Illinois otaats-Zeitung, .ipr. 1, 1301.

PROLIoIIIG II D^^

The concert presented oy the ::ociety, jiintracht, proved a decided success.

Great things v;ere expected of the nei/ly founded sinking society, Lieder
Tafel ^intracht yesterday, v;hen the association f:ave its first public
concert. The general interest in this perfori'iance manifested itself
early in the afternoon, when dchoenhoffen^s Halle svjarned v/ith eager music
devotees.

The carefully selected prorraia was opened v;ith tl.e cinfing of Llozart's lovely
coi.iposition, "Die Eintracht," ^Harnon^v/ith orchestral accompaniment. Out-

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standing in the first part of tiie program was the brilliant performance of
the "Voices fron the ^lustrian .xlps," by V/einvAirm, the acclaim of v/hich
xvas shared by five participating male choirs and the soloist, LIr*
Goninx. i^ixceediniiiy well received v;as the baritone, LIr. Fritz I.:ueller*
He sang the ^'Recitative and xlrioso*' by Lortzing, and was compelled - by
the persistent plaudits of the audience - to break the rules of the ::ociety
and to please vilth an encore, ^i young singer, l.liss Plelene ICnochenmuss,
v/hose exceptionally pleasing voice found much appreciation, concluded the
first part of the program. It v;as her first public appearance, and judging
her by yesterday's vocal solo, she v;ill, v;ith persistent study, achieve
prominence. ....

Resuming the program, the Liedertafel Hintracht singing society exhibited
the excellent training of its Gingers by presenting Bruch*s composition,
"Inn, Thou Beautiful...."

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Illinois otaats-Zeitunc^ Apr. 1, 1901.

This newly founded sin.'^iinf: society demonstrated at its first public appearance
yesterday, that it already occupies a prominent place aTx>nc the leading
sister sin^inc associations of our city....

The executive officers of this or/ranization are: Lorenz Ivlayer, president;
Louis Coninx, vice-president; Alfred lleumann, secretary; Eenry Lleyer,
secrt^tary of finances; jlrnst -Tenske, treasurer; Osivin llickol, archivist •
Carl LiniieLiey er , tramp-treasurer £^sl£f\ Gustav Gundlach, conductor; and
Lorenz Llayer, second conductor. aU.thourh this organization was foiinded
as recently as January 31 of the current year, it already has a member-
ship of fifty-four. The discontinuation of the singing section of the
Aurora Turn Society on January 24 of this year, is directly responsible
for the founding of the "2intracht" association. lir. Gundlach, who earned
many laurels for the Aurora society during the eighteen years he was its
conductor, has been encased to lead the association tovmrd their goal»

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s.i3th;f2l.. :r song club

Concart at the i'orth Side is a Crreat

Success. . .

The hope that the Senef elder Lieder.:ranz, throuc;h its ent-r^rtainment
would prove a financial success and increase the travelin*^ fund for
the fortiicoraing Buffalo Song I-'^estival was laor-. than realized. The
larr-e Ilorth Side Turnhall v/as crov/ded v/ith an ex"oectant, but loatient
multitude, -.t eif::ht o'clock, .aanv found difficulty in obtaining
seats.

The openin,^ number v;as a deli^-^htful overture by TeliT-Bela, follo:;ed
by that subline ciioral sone'^, "Vom I'^hein.'^ :[ax ^rilch's composition
was a rare artistic treat. .\11 the choral selections were f;iven in
such a masterful mann r that they evoked almost unending applause.
Two arias by Iiary Carrin^^ton. . .vrere exceptional.

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^M^rene

A very presentable perfomance v/as given by young rirthur and
Thomas, thirteen and fourteen years old, respectively. Their piano
duet, "Birthday liusic" by Bohm, reflects -^^eat credit upon the
the thoroUf^hness of their teacher, :.:r.

Kern, the Lieder^cranz director.

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The hurriorous quartet song "A Jovial 1 risen" by von ICron, in which
Messrs. '^^. Pieritz, R. Braeutio-am, F. ochollenberger, and "Jilliam
Dreuth excelled, 7;as given ^^enerous acclaim.

The choral selection, "Forest ".niispers," by -jchulz, and a splendid
nuiibor, was given by the Liederkranz members. It has been also
chosen as a number for the Buffalo Song Festival.

In the second part of the Drograiii, v;e x7oula like to "oiace T^articular
emphasis on Kemi.i'-rland's choral song, "The Four Seasons," a brilliant
attainment of the society. This composition has not been heard in

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Chica^^o heretofore, and its introduction is entirely'- attributable
to the efforts of the club's ^Tesident , I.Ir* Miedereg'::er.

Vx, llieber's offering, ''The Tambour- :aj or" by .jidre, a hunoristic song,
earned unstinted applause, likev;ise did the duet of /illiar.i Dreuth and
I.iax Kleinert, v;hich is also v.rpitten in a jovial vein.

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The final nurribnr of the concert v;as the hilarious scene fron the ''City
Musicians of Bremen" by I'reyiuann, v;hich earned well su->tained aDplause,
L.essrs, K. ocherzer, .x. j.'almer, F. ochulze, and .1. liebn* played th^ir
roles excellently. .oJii.nals and a bird v;ere nortrayed.

Thehi^rhly successful concert orovod a source of animation^ It is no
snail v;onder than thcit tlie laajority remained for a protracted r):;riod
to further enjoy the social amenities of the evening. ,

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Ye3t3rcla2'''s f e ;tivai or the Senef elder T.iedorkranz Trroved anev; that its
popularity i3 bound to attract a hu^-^- t.irorxp;. /^t the pro-nosed
iiiasquerade on I'ebruar^^ the sixteenth, the Germans of cur city v;ill
again a"npear in large numbers and v;e have a:nple assurance for that,

fhe arrangement corL.iittce deserves nuc'i praise for its effective efforts
in providing such a delightful antertainnient. Jack BeckeT ^:a3 the chair-
man a^TjOinted. Vx, ' iedere/^'^or iz the ":)resident of the society.

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Der :7esten> Jan. 20, 1901.

HONOR LUD'.;iO li.UCIi

jhen irofessor Ludv/ig I^auch, the popular and capable leader of song-clubs,
arrived at lloerbert^s hall yesterday evening to f:;ive the usual music
lesson to the V/est Side Sin-^-ing Society ( Saengerkranz ) , he v:as quite
surprised to find such an unusual attendance and exclaimed: ''It never
happened before I'^

But, v;ithout reacting to his comment, the pre si cent of the society in-
formed him that the members had decided to share in the festive
coronation s-)irit which nov; perneates Irussia, and, therefore, in
comiaeiaoration of the director's consistent efforts and achievements,
the singers intended to rev:ard liii'i with a rolden, diamond-stucded,
lyra-shaped insignia. The astonished leader v/as speechless, but
eventually regained his composure sufficiently to express his gratitude

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in adequate terms, .^ter the sin^j^ing lesson, th3 laenbors enjoyed a repast.

Tub recently elected officials of the club conprise the follc;;ing_persons:
Alfred Aeim, president; professor Ludv/ig Rauch, director; etc. /Alto-r^ethev ,
fifteen naines are given^

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Jan, 14, 1901.

BRAND'S SONG CLUB ATTAIIniS IffiCOGIIITION IN ITS FIRST OONCSHT

The first anniversary festival of Brandos Liedertafel at v;icker Park Hall,
Milwaukee and North avenues, was a great success, both from the artistic
and financial angle* The association consists raostly of employees of
Brand's brewery. Although the club has been in existence only for a year,
yesterday's performance showed that good material is available, and if
the members continue to follow their capable leader. Prof. C. Wolfskeel,
in the same ambitious manner as they have done until now, they will soon
be known as one of our best singing societies in Chicago.

The festival committee, which was in charge of the arrangements, provided
an excellent program and did everything within its power to create a
pleasant environment. J'rom early until late, the spacious hall was crowded,
the best proof that the committee's labors v/ere successful. Horace and
Virgil Brand with their families, brewmaster Metzler, and other members
of the staff, were present to help celebrate the anniversary, and expressed

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great satisfaction for the general rrianaginc of the affair, as v/ell as
for its iTiUSical achieveaents.

The vocal part of the program contained highly pleasing selections. Hot
only the club which inaugurated the festivities, but all v.ho participated
to help the cause in general, received and deserved unstinted praise. Ivir.
V.'olfskeel has the '^Jiacl: of selecting effective nu^nibers for his performances
and of bringing individual parts to the fore.

For the introduction, a festival niarch v;as chosen, follovied by Verdi *s
"Overture froi.i Nebuchadnezzar," played by V/olfskeel^s parlor orchestra,
Brandos Song Glub offered "The 3inger*s V/reaths," the rendition of v;hich
was excellent. The Song Club Edelweiss regaled the audience vath *.;olfskeel*s
"Sehnsucht" (Longing). Both associations, led by ^Ir, V/olfskeel, proved,
through these as v;ell as other songs, that they attended their singing
classes properly and are endowed with enough a::ibition to achieve greatness,

xxlso, the other singing societies, which collaborated to bring about this

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successful evening, were rev;arded v/ith justified acclaim. The Labor Song
Club gave us Forschner*s "jlssteht Eine Linde" (A Linden tree stands). The
Virginia-Damenchor 'Virginia Ladies' Chorus) sang the *'Ro3enwalzer" by
Peuschel, v;ith orchestral accompaniment. The Gross Park Liederkranz
selected the splendid melody "Beautiful Rhine, Father Rhine." The Club
Edelweiss (Lion's foot, the flov/er) also des-rves credit for its contribution
to the program. They sang that well-known aria "Heimweh" (Longing for Home).

John B. Hoffmann entertained the audience v/ith a comet solo, and Richard
Zschoch sang the couplet "The Red Hose." Lehnert's aria "Nightingale and
Rose" was reserved for Brand's Liedertafel, with the orchestra providing
the obligato part. Truly, a splendid achievement. A surprise was in store
for us. Amphion (song club) appeared in full strength and sang a v/altz
melody followed by a medley of Merican songs, v;hich brought well-nigh
\inending applause.

The final number of the concert was the hiaaorous scene "The City Musicians

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of BreiTien," in which the roles v;ere as follov-s: The orchestra leader, tuba;
"mule," August LehLiann, flutist; "rooi^ter," V/ilhelia Packan, horn; dog, .-irthur"
Liepeter, clarinet; cats: first tenor, I.j?. Keller; second tenor, Llr. Schrek;
first bass, Iiir. Bock; and second bass, LIr. M# ?lucke.

All played their parts in such an effective laanner that they v/ere greeted
Vvith unending laughter.

Lively dancing proved a fitting "finale" for the splendid festival.

The follov.ing committees did much to assure the success of the evening:
The Arrangeiiient Committee, headed by L.ichael Schrick; the Dance Committee,
headed by .\lbert Bock; and the Reception Committee, headed by Norman Rigitz.

The officials of this anbitious and hif-^ly promising club are headed by John
Peter Gondolf , president of the club.

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I C Illinois Staats-Zeitun^^t June 25 > 1900.

GERMAIN SONG.

p* 8* The song festival given by the United Singing Societies of Chicago
at Ogden's Grove yesterday, wsis a great success»»..The committee for the
arrangements introduced a new idea on this occasion, which in our opinion was
a most welcome one. The usual program numbers were omitted, and the fourteen
singing societies participating in the concert, were free to select their
own songs. This added greatly to the picturesqueness of the concert. Thus.,
melodies were heard, which would not have been included in a pre-arranged
program. ...

The main attraction of the evening was the mass choir rendition of the song,
"Gruss an die Heimath," by Kramer, a favorite composition of every German-
American. The massed choir was under the direction of the eminent conductor,
H. von Oppen.

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This was followed by an address, given by Emil Hoechster. He said: ••A
living example of the success with which Oerman song has penetrated into the
soul of the Americans, is the Amphion Society, composed of An^erican-born
members, which has combined with the United Singers of Chicago.*'

Under the direction of their youthful but highly talented conductor, H.
Kornemann, the Amphion Song Club, (The society's official name), joined
the massed choir, in the execution of Dudley Buck's **Hark, the Trumpet Calleth.**
The interest exhibited by the American public in German singers, is extra-
ordinary. The city of Burlington has gone as far, as to hold a fair, the
proceeds of which ar# intended to help to cover the expenses in connection
with the festival, at which more than 1,500 singers are expected to parti-
cipate, to be held at Burli.igton. The fourteen singing societies, asso'ciated
with the United Singing Association of Chicago will be represented by 600
members •

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The following song clubs are expected to participate: Rothmaenner -
Liederkranz (conductor, Ottomar Gerasch) ; Soc'ale Liedertafel (Julius
Schmoll) ; We.stseite Saengerkranz (Ludwig Rauch) ; Harugari Liedertafel
(F. A. Kern); Harugari Saengerbund ( H. v. Oppen); Harmonic (H, v. Oppen) ;
Fidelia (H* v* Oppen); Lake View liaennerckor (Ottomar Gerasch); Gross Park
Liederkranz (E, Wolf skeel) ; Koerner I'aennerchor (Julius Schmoll); Richard
i7agner L^aennerchor (V/, Taegtmeyer) ; Amphion, Harlem -aennerchor (Ludwig
Rauch) •

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Illinois Staats Zeitunf^^ June 11, 1900.

A GRE-.«? SUCCESS.

p. 8.. The song festival, arranged by the United Liale Choir in Sunnyside
Park yesterday, added another glorious chapter to the history of German
sociability in our beautiful garden city. The storn preceding the festival
was disregarded by the music loving public. Several thousand people were
present when the orchestra opened the program, playing the "Coronation March'*
by Meyerbeer.

This was followed by the composition "Freedom of Song" by llarschner, exe-
cuted excellently by an*^. capella'^rrass chorus. After the playing of Rossini^s
overture to "*i7ilhelm Tell," the mass choir delivered the extremely difficult
composition "Siegesgesang der Deutschen nach der Dermanns Schlacht" by Abt»
The execution of this pov/erful composition showed careful study by our singers.
They performed their task beautifully, aided at intervals by thunder and
lightning, v*iich helped to make the production much more effective and impos-
ing. Bren*s composition "Spring in the Rhine" was executed by an % capella"
united male choir •

The renowned conductor, Hr# F. A. Kern, was in charge of the concert program
in which the following singing societies participated: Frohsinn Singing

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Society, with 38 active members; Anibrosius Male Chorus, 30; Almira Singing
Society, 23; Teutonia l^le Chorus, 36; North Chicago-Li© derkranz, 24; Junger
Male Chorus, 30; Calumet Male Chorus, 60; Harmonia Male Chorus, 24; Harugari
Male Chorus, 38; Polyhymnia Singing Society, 25; Freier Saengerbund, 38;
Liedertafel Vorwaerts, 70; Schleswig-Holstein Singing Society; Senefelder
Liederkranz, 76; Concordia Msile Chorus, 32; Orpheus Ihle Chorus, 28; Schiller
Liedertafel, 28; Swiss Male Chorus, 30; and the Arion Male Chorus.

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Illinois Staats Zeitung;, Mar. 5, 1900.

THE TURNER'S MALE CHORUS.

It is a well known fact that the Turner community is devoted not only to
gymnastic work, but also to the art of sinp-incr. The Turner's Male Chorus
assisted by the Senef elder Liederkranz, the Schiller-Liedertafel and by the
Harugari-Liedertafel singing societies, gave a concert last night, for the
success of which, the combined choruses and soloists deserve much credit*

The composition "The Cradle of the Song", by Pache, so beautifully rendered
by the Turner's Male Chorus, and supported by the brilliant baratone soloist,
Mr* Dietz, was enthusiastically received and loudly applauded*

The composition, "Morning in the Forest", was also executed to great satis-
faction by the joint choruses* Miss Elsa Luebke, the well known singer, was
acclaimed for her rendition of "Summer", by Ghaminade*

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TlihJtrJSIn LliJiiiJ'.KRANZ

This recently orr^nnized society is composed oi momb-^rs of the St. Theresia
comrriunity. Althour;;h in existence only one i.iontht it gave its first concert
l^st evenin^^ at Yondorf's Hull, North nvenue una Kulsted Street. The well
selected pro(;rari included "Brotherhood" by Abt , "The Hyjnn to the Night" by
Beethoven, "Sprin^;;tiir.e" by Becker, s\xnr^ by the tttlented young singer Miss
.-ignes Rap^;, unu the "Serenade" by lomburd, executed by the song section of
the St. Lichael's Casino under the excellent direction of Albert Sieben.

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ABENEPOST. September 10th, 1S9S. ^-^'' ^'^ ?S0]'3C275

New Glee Clul) "Onward."

The friends o^^ German songs on the Northwest side, will, \indoubtedly, welcome the
news that a new, very promising men's choir has "been organized.

The Club was organized a few days ago and was given the title, "Onward." Although
thei Cluh is new, its members are certain that they will soon play an important
Vole. Extreme favorable conditions are granted in securing active or passive
membership*

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Chicago er Arbeit er Zeitung^ Hay 3, 189 ?•

/riiS SCLIAJ.IST lALE CECIR/

The Socialist, Haniierchor of the North side vdll hold their next m^^etin^;
Sunday, Llay 4th at 2|00 o'clcck in the afternccn at Eleimcur's Hall, 58
Clybourn Ave. The meiabers ere requested tc attend in lar^e number. The
active niaabers are requested to attend the ball which tiie Lehr end Wehr
Verein is giving Saturday, Liay 3d at the Aurora Turnhalle. It is expected
that the menibers will meet in the Tavern, not later theii 8tl5 oftclcck in
the evening •

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ABBNDPeST, March 13th, 1897.

Singer* 8 Bxcurslon To Germany*

GSRUAN

The well-known Huslc Teacher A Conductor, llr« Oscar Schmoll, has t^ Intention
of arranging a Singer's Izcursion and Concert Tour through Germany* The time of the
■ starting will be about the middle of July* Eyerybody who knowi something about
singingt whether he is a member of a society or not, may participate; also erery
singer of any other nationality, in so far as he knows sufficient German* to
understand the text of the songs and be able to pronounce them correctly when the
Concerts are given* The name of the entire Orgcmisation will bet ''German-American
Singing Society.* Also Non-Singers can join the organisation as x>as8ive members*

The projected excursion will include the cities of Hamburg, Bremen, Hannorer, Berlin,
Leipsie, Dresden, Munich, Stuttgart and Cologne, with trips to a few spas like
Wiesbaden etc* and also to the "Hlederwald*"

Further information can be had throu^ Mr* Oscar Schmoll, 1101 W« North Avenue, who
also guarantees, that it w ill be a very jolly and pleasant Singers Excursion#

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Atenteost. April 2iid, 1896.

A NEW SINGING CHOBUS.

Under the name "Lehrervereln von Chicago* (Teacher^ 8 Club of Chicago) a new
singing chorus was formed which will make it its task to give performances
of outstanding works of celebrated masters. According to the strictly drawn
up rules only teachers o^" the Evangelical Lutheran Church Schools who are
vocally talented and already have reached a certain degree of musical train-
ing, are entitled to ask admission for membership* The managing Committee
consists of the following g^itlemen: Boecker, President, Diener, Secretsiry,
Brandt, Hattstaedt, Carstenn as Ifusic Committee, Leinberger, Librarian, and
Willie Kuntze, Chortxs Director.

The •zercises will be held for the first, every Monday at Hattstaedts*
Conservatoxy, after May let, at Eimball^s Recital Hall on Wabash Avenue*

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A'bendTDOst. Fel^ruary 27th, IS96.

T:'ie Schoenefeld Concert •

The Gf^rmania Maennerchor (l/ale Chorus) honored yesterd y its able condiictor, Mr.
Henry Schoenefeld on the occasion of his Benefit concert in the Central Music
Hall hy the T)resentation o:^ a silver la.urel wreath. In the opinion of his
friends and admirers the cele'brant has earned this wreath lonp- a^o and it was
intended for presentation a year ago already "but "what is good taJces its time."

Mr. I.ieyenschein, the t)oet of the Germ nia Maennerchor, delivered the address "by
presentation of tne wreath ajid he did not fail to ^ut a "Doetic extra swing into
it.

The Concert "orogram onnta'ning a.n a.'bundance of extraordinary -pleasures was carried
through in all its T)a.rts witn splendid gallantry. The Thomas Orchestra, the
Male chorus and the Soloists put in their "best, and the audience appreciated
the various performances.

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"i^ ^ Chicago Chorus.

The Wonderful Idea of Dr« k. Brodlieck^ to organise a great mixed choir » eOBiprieing
the whole clt7«*territory of Chicago^ found the hearty approval of many lovers of
Basic and singing and seems to become a fact more qfolckly than could be expected*

•

Dr« Brodheek himself will organise and direct this chorus » shich will he composed
mainly of German elements and will have the name 'Chicago Chorus*" The singerst
living on the Southside, will meet every Saturday ni^t in the Southside Tumerhall
at 31^3 S* State Street* The rehearsals of the Northside members will be eVery
Monday evening in the Belmont Hall* k convenient meeting place for the Westside
singers will be found soon too«

Hew prosi>ective members, meaning ladies and gentlemen with a good voice-, are
requested to communicate with Dr. Adolf Brodbeck, Lakeview Acadeflor, 1790 N. Clark St*

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DI» IBEMIPOST. October IJth, 1895.

GBBUAV

CKistaT Shrhom-Concert*

The four Singing Societies 'f eutonia' » ''Liedertaf el Tonrarte* » "Orpheus Maenner-
ehor", and *Ereutser Qoartett Clu1>* will giye to-night a great concert « to honor
■aeic director GustaT Xhrhonu 7or 2S years Mr* Xhrhom has heen ceaselessly
actiTe to cultiTate and develop Oersan ousic and German singing in Chicago* Mr*
Ihrhorn has helped to organise aany German Singing Societies and to-^ay is the
adaired friend and adviser of countless German musicians*

A well aurranged program has heen prepared for this douhtless inpressive
entertainment, iriiich will he given at the Central Ifusic Hall to-ni^t*

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A^endBOst , March 6th, 1S95^

ERIvlAN

Balatkas Orchestra Leader's Ju'bilee

and

Testerday's concert in the Auditorium was a great ovation for Hans Balatka
the famous conductor can he proud ofthe honoi^s given him hy the musical world.
SingCrs, soloists and orchestras were lander the great influence of their genial
leader, who proved by his deeds that he was entitled to the name of a pioneer in the
musical world. The immense Men's Choirs under his sure and active leadfrship in
the performances of the German peoTjle's song accomDlished the best that could possibly
be given in that respect. Especially the cantatas "Salomon' s Tempelweihe" (Peast of
dedication) and the people's songs. In einem Krihlen ttunde (In a Cool Valley) and
••Zleh Hinaus** (Go away) were accomplished with the greatest success and enjoyed a
stormy applause. A number of girl pupils with their lady teachers of the Balatka
Academy, Miss Myrtle Darri ^resented the jubilee with a "orecious golden wreath and
the teacher made a short speech demonstrating how the jubilee had been active in this
country for the last 50 years as a pioneer in the rnusician' s world. Also the teachers
of the academy, who cooperated with him were to ^ congratulated. Among the soloists
of the evening Mrs. Prancina Guthrie Mayer and I^^r. Anton Schott distinguished them-
selves as first class stars. The foncer sang the great Aria of Elizabeth. Dich

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theure Halle gruss ich wieder"(Thee dearhall I greet again) "by Tamihan.ser and a
aria from "Konigin of Saha** (Q^een of Sheba) "by Gounod. Both songs had such success
that several encores had to he given to quiet the aiD-olause. The si:iccess of Anton
Schott with his "Orals Erzahlung'' (Tales) frcri Lchengren is so well known and was
so tremendous that It needs no comment. As an encore he sang "Die heiden Grenadiere"
(The Two Grenadiers) hy Schumann,

Yesterday' s juhilee concert formed the high mark of the many triiimphs that the
conductor has celebrated in this country. May it he his lot for a long time with
the same spirit as yesterday to work for the benefit of German music and German song.

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Abendpost, Feb> 5, 1895.

GERMAN SONG FESTIVAL AT NORTH.VESTERN UNIVERSITY

At Northwestern University, on February 12, the German Society and the German

Literary Society will give a concert, consisting exclusively of Gennan songs, ^

to celebrate Lincoln's birthday. The Gerraania Maennerchor, lirs. Theodore ^

Brentano, and Mr. Charles Dupie (baritone) have agreed to give their co-opera- "^

tion, with the result that an exceptionally rich and solid program can be pre->[J

pared. 3

Speeches will be made by President Henry /fade Rogers, Dr. Carl Buentz, the g

German Consul, and Judge Theodore Brentano. C3

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FREE SURGING LESSONS

GERiiAK

Music Director &• Kat^enberger has succeeded in conjunction with some prom-
inent Germans to establish German classes for free singing lessons*

These lessons are meant particularly for women and children. Since the
teaching of German and singing instructions have fallen off considerably
in the Public Schools, the ^bH free classes will contribute a lot towards
the preservation of the Gprman song and language. It is vco to the Germans of
Chirrgo to cooToerate in this direction with Mr, Katzenberger, who must be
particularly tjrsised for his unselfish, tjatriotic efforts. The free singing
lessons will be given at the following Dlaces:

"bung's Hall, Ashland and Lincoln Avenue, . '^

Ziesler's Hall, 632 N. Clark Street, ^

iioerber«8 Hall, Blue Island Avenue and 21st Street
Southside Tumerhall, State St & 32nd Street-
John Michel's Hall, Western Avenue and Indiana, '^
where any desired information will be gladly given.

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Al)endP08t. Jan-uary 28th, lf}93

The United Men's Chorus.

The preparations for the great Concert to he given on March 15th in the
auditorium, are already made and the rehearsals, under the direction of Mr. Bahatkos,
have already brgun in Uhlich' s Hall last Sunday. The most difficult songs were gone
through, and it was shown that each individual society has extensively r)racticed
and that under such conditions, a brilliant success of the concert may he expected.
There are altogether seven Men's Choruses on the Program, of which three execute
artistic singing wit-, orchestra accompaniment and four folks songs.

An excellent orchestra of 50 pieces, also prominent soloists, are engaged for the
concert. Total rehearsals from now on will he held each Sunday afternoon at 2 0'
clock, in Uhlich' s northern Hall.

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'^Atendpost" , Janiiary 25th, 1S93.

World's Fair Ladies' Choir.

Under the direction of Mr. G. Katzenherger, the excellent Ladies Choir will
give a large concert and Ball on Sunday the 31st inst. The Festival will he in
honor of the German Delegate to the Exoosition, Mr, Wermuth, and the members of the
Music Bureau, Messrs. Thomas, Tomlins and Wilson will also "be present. It is not
necessary to T)oint out, that the Program is going to be very interesting.

Among others the beautiful Fairytale-Poem ••Rtunpelstilzchen,* music by Hummel,
will be performed. This composition has jachieved great success in Germany.

G5RI£M

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IV Illinois Staats Zeitunp:« Dec, 12, 1892,

FIDI^LIA.

Choral Society Celebrates 20th
Foundation Festival.

Thousands went to the North Side Turner Hall last night to y^articipate in
the foundation festival of tho popular Fidelia Choral Society. Included in
the festival was the presentation of a beautiful new flag by the women of
the club. The very large audience which assembled last night proved that
Fidelia is popular and beloved among the Germans here*

The festivities commenced with a splendid concert directed by von Oppen,
who is also one of the founders of Fidelia. After the magnificent orchestra
of C. Nitschke rendered the overture, Pique Dajne, the active members of
Fidelia sang, ^Nun 1st Der Lenz Gekomiaen** (Now Spring Has Arrived) by Sturm.. •
A remarkable success was achieved by Nitschke v/ith the famous violin solo,
••Souvenirs de Bellini, *• by .'Irdot.

Fidelia sang the two folk songs, "Gondellied," by Schmelzer, and ••Zieh* hinnaus,**
by Dregert in a most striking manner. Mrs. Augusta Hastreiter, the soprano,
fascinated the audience with '^Ah Vieni Su L*onda," by R. Sapiro.

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Illinois Staats ZeibvaoR, Dec. 12, 1892*

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Fidelia was organised on December 4^ 1872 with a menibership of ten* Louis
von Nettelhorst has been its active president for 17 years • The society has
100 members now, of ihich 38 are active* Of these^ 20 have belonged to it for
18 years* Fidelia is a family organisation, and some of the best Germans are
members of it«

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DEDIC/VTIOri OF TIIE SCHILLJR THSATiCR.

Without song and fanfare the building of the Gerioin Schiller Theater continued
uninterruptedly. The founding festivities, incidental to the laying of the
cornerstone were dispensed with by the directorate and for a good reason - they
'A'ished to assure themselves of its realization before indulging in the custom-
*ary celebrations. The aain problem of their goal v/ill soon be past history,
since the Schiller Theater v/ill stand completed within the next 10 days.
Thursday evening, Sep. 29, will be the first celebration of the founders and
promoters who have given Chicago this imposing monument of German energy and
Gerraa.n enterprise. True friends of Germanism and Gernan art will rejoice in
this accomplishment, even if they are notable to attend in person.

The completion of this theater opens new channels for us and relieves us of
difficulties we endured heretofore. Even until last spring, the German Theater
management had to beg the English theaters to condescend and to grant to them,
so that German performances could be given on Sundays and ... they paid high
rentals for the privilege. Performances which required special scenery could
not be given, since such equipment was no^ available and to transport it from
the i'lilwaukee stage was also impossible, because of the time element, only a
half day being available. And m\ny German plays could not be produced, because

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no theater was available*

After Oct. 1st weY/ill have a pernyinent remedy, Germn art will then have a
stage of its own where it laay flower to perfection. Not only will Gernnn art
flourish but its enthusiastic friends .... will be able to exclaim: '•This house
is also a home, built for you, that you iray be comfortable therein. No specu-
lative mania but German enterprise prompted this work and gave it a solid fin-
ancial foundation, healthy and secure, which precludes any apprehensions ••.•
Here you imy satisfy your longing for aerraf'>.n art, for edigication or education,
after the day's arduous labors permit a resting period.

It is destined to be a family theater in the true sense of the word.

On Thursday evening the stockholders will have the first opportunity to enjoy
the successful work .... on Saturday will be the public opening.... The di-
rectorate regrets that it cannot extend an invitatioii to all its German friends
and supporters to the dedication.... The theater holds only 1,300 persons...

The program at the dedication ceremony lists the follov/ing selections and

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speeches:

1. ) Jubilee Overture by Carl laria Von T/eber.

John Hand's Orchestra.

Prolog

£• F. L# Gaus.

Benediction by Herman Uohr

Orpheus Ulale Chorus.

Address by the President.. Mr. A. C. Kesing.

Festival Overture Lentner

John Hand's Orchestra.

Speech by Hempstead

'%shburne, May or of Chicago.

'•Song-poea to the artists". Lyric by F. Schiller,

Composed by Mendelsohn Bartholdy
Orpheus I^le Chorus.

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8.) Speech by 3mil Kirsch.

9.; Pantomine, the work of F* V/elb, Theater Ihnager^

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^»>g'^4po«». August 29. 1892. yVPA (ILL) PRO.i. c:-:..:/4
V To the German Song Clube and German Singers of Chicago.

The ExecutiTe Committee of the Allied ^n*8 Choirs of Chicago has received an
invitation from Ur.Tomlin, musical manager of the Worlds Fair, to have all German
Singers participate in the inauguration festival on October 21*

Mr.Tomlin #zpects a participation of about 1000 singers and songstresses. Let
us all try to make this festival a great success for the German singers and let us
try to excel this number of singers asked for as much as possible. On September 1
we will receive the musical notes (they can be obtained free of charge in the Det-
mer's Music Store in the Schiller Building) and it will be desirable that all clubs
make a steurt. The musical notes are not very difficult. It is anticipated to have
three principal rehearsals, two in the auditorium and the last one on the place of
festival.

Everybody, who can sing, should make it a point of honor to participate and Join
a song club to study the songs. Song clubs, which have a mixed chorus are asked to
strengthen same and the German ladies especially are invited to Join same or to Join
the ladies chorus of Mr.G.Iatsenberger*

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There vill be no expense to any of the participants. The last rehearsal takes
place on the morning of the festiTal in the singer's hall of the Fair and free
transportation and refreshments are granted. The singers can remain on the place
of the festival to wait for the beginning of the opening of the Fair.

Allied Men Choirs.

Franz Amberg» Pres, f

Henry Detmer, Sec.

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»*A^endT)05tJ'Aug:ust 2th, 1S92.

Germania Ladies Chorus,

The first anniversary of the Germania Ladies Choir took place yesterday at
De Berg Garden, comer of Evanston Avenue and Halsted Street and was such a
great success, that the young cluh has every cause to look with confidence to
the future. The 35 members with their families, acquaintances and friends were
all -ore sent and the general humor and spitits was so excelled that all present
had a most wonderful time. In the evening, members of other friendly associations
appeared, and took part in the gay festival. The arrangement committee consisted
of Mrs. Seil, Mrs. Pankonin, Mrs. Pitzpatrick and Miss Kraft and they are to he
congratulated about the exceptional way they conducted the affairs of the
evening.

The officers of the cluh are: Mrs. Schlau, President; Mrs. Spindler, Vice
President; Miss King, Secretary; Miss Stettin, Financial Secretary; Miss Wiese,
Treasurer, Business manager.

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Chicago Tribune « July 17, I892.
SIX HUNDRED SING3RS IN CHORUS AT THE WORLD'S FAIR.

Widespread interest in the musical features of the World's Fair is taken
by the German*- American citizens of Chicago* The women choruses and the
great children's choruses^ under the direction of Prof* Katzenberger, are
now well advanced and contain many excellent voices under good training*
This evening at Battery D* the German-American women's and children's
choruses will give their second summer concert* It will be in the nature
of a musical festival, the program of which will be distinctly American
in character* "America" is being sung by a chorus aggregating 500
to 600 children and about 30O women* The soloists will be Mrs* Anna
Katzenberger, soprano; Edward Schffcker, harp* Ur* Gustavns Lucdees,
violin, Adolph Koelling, accompanist, C. G« Schurz of the honorary bocurd
of managers will make an address* The committee of this choral organization
consists of Miss Minnie Harms, secretary* Miss Clara Apfel, Miss Louise
Reiners* The honorary board of managers is composed of Messrs* C* G*
Schurz, F* E* Fierling, and H* Lazarus*

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QEBUAN

WPA (ILL) PROJ. 30271

•Das Eoneert der Klnderchoere (The Concert of the Children Choirs)

The Concert of the Children Choirs last night at the Central Music Hall was
a real hit and, a marvellous achievement* The Choir^leader, Mr. Professor Eat*-
senberger, has proved again to he worthy of the task, to organize, train and pre-
pare this immense musical enterprise for the opening of the Chicago World^s
Exposition*

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Words fail to describe the accuracy, discipline, and outstanding tonal

quality of these young choir singers* The Solo-voices are well selected and

thrilling* Mr. Katzenherger himself is in every way a master-leader. With words,

eyes and motions he seems to electrify, hold and control this multitude of younri^

voices*

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Die Atendpost. January gth, lg92#

Teutonla Male Choir.

The Teutonla Uale Choir had its general meeting last ni^t and elected the
following new officers: Carl Dohlnden, President; John TTber, Vice Presidunt; C,
H. Slgsnindy Treasurer; Chas. Rles, Treasurer; &ustav Ehrhom, Choir-Leader.

The Teutonla Male Choir will celebrate soon its 25th Silver Anniversary and
Is increasing every year its popularity among the Germans of Chicago*

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Chicago Tribune, Nov* 29, 1891.

The German Manner-Chor began its life as a musical society and social club in
Chicago twenty-six years ago. Its membership consisted of sixteen persons, and
its home was in one of the common-place buildings of that day. Last night in one
of the most beautiful club-houses in Chicago, and surrounded with all the beauty
that artistic skill commands, the same organization, with a membership of 650, c
celebrated the twenty-sixth y^ar of its club existence, and entered upon it^s
future life with the consciousness that, as an organization devoted to music,
and the advancement of social life it is practically without an equal.

The event was one of the most brilliant that ever tool^ place in the new Cermania
club-house.

After an hour of dancing a banquet wa^^ served.

A portrait of Carl Schurz, by Julius Geertz, was presented to the club by Mr.
Harry Rubens, the President of the club. Mr. Rubens' generous gift was prompted
because of his regard for Carl Schurz. He was Mr. Schurz 's private secretary
during his career in the United States Senate.

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Abendpost , Nov, 9, 1891,

HARI.10NY

The well-known Sonf^ and Llutual Benefit Associ-ation "Harmony" held its
seventh annual ball last Saturday at the testers hall. Tlie clinax of the
evening was reached when the former vice-president of the organization, I'x.
P. j'indbiel gave a splendid speech which came from his heart and went to
the hearts of the hearers.

Tlie financial conditions of the association are favorable and its membership
is steadily increasing, having now a total of 85»

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Illinois Stviats Zeitun^, uct. 20, 1^91. R/PA (ILL) PROj. 3Q2;i.

Uiirrx3 ::]]!j's choirs.

The United k'en's Choirs held their annual meeting last night at Orpheus Rail.
They elected the officers for the coining season and the result v/as Che lollowinp::
President, Franz Air.berg; Vice-President, Jacob ilanz; Secretary, H. Detner; Fin-"
ancial 3.ecret";ry, F. Sch^aidt; Treasurer, Peter Britten; Registrar, '.lede King;
Director of I.Iusic, G. IChrhor; ::usic co/imiiitee, 11. Detrner, F. Schmidt, Llax
Hartung, and P. Britten.

The different clubs represented at the annual meeting yesterday v/ere: Teutonia
Lien's Choir, Orpheu^^ iJen's Choir, Sennefelder Choral jociety, Fidelia Sing Club,
Concordia I.-en's Chcir, "Tlee Club, Vor\7artsj Choral Society, Concord; Swiss Men's
Choir, Young lien's Choir, Karugari Glee Club, Frohsinn (Cheerfulness), Man's
Choir Harmony, Ilarugari Chor^il Sociei^y, Humboldt Ding Club, liorth Chicago Choml
Society.

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Abendpost, Oct. 19, 1891.

HARMONY MEN'S CHOIR

A Concert was given last ni^t by the Harmony Men's Choir. Hiis
Club has over one hundred active and passive members. These members,
with their families and guests, filled every place in the large
clubroom. Mr. F. H. Hesse had airranged a marvelous program and
the execution of it brought the musicians and singers great applauseT^

At the end of the performance a ball was arranged and the merry crowd
enjoyed the dancing until next morning.

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Abendpost, Oct. 19, 1691. >^

CHICAGO CONCERTnU CLUB ''

Bie second annual commemoration day of the Chicago Concertina Ciub
was held yesterday at the Lincoln Athletic Club. The net profit
will be turned over to the director of the club, Mr. R. Kiesig.
Because of this, we are glad to report that the affair was very
well attended.

A thunderous applause greeted Mr. Kiesig at his appearance. Greatly
appreciated were the performances of the members of the club and also
of the ♦•Guitar Academy** and the "Lake Vievj Men's Choir." These Clubs
assisted the members in making the festival something which will be
remembered by all for a long time to come.

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Abendpost , Oct. 12, 1891

SCItLESVEG-IIOLSTEIi: GLI^ CLUB

The first concert of the *»Sc>ilesmc-Holstein Glee Club'' took place last night
at the Yondorf Hall. Husic and son^ were under the direction of Vv. 0# 7/»
Richter* llembers and guests showed a lively interest in the perfornances.

Following the concert, ;vhich had began at 3 o'clock P.II. a ball v;as held v/hich
lasted until the early hours#

The Club was founded in 1882 and has 80 members*

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Abendpost , Oct, 9, ie91,

(GLEE CLUE ^CH2SHFULI'3SS'0

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The first concert of the Glee Club ^Cheerfulness" was held yesterday at the ^
Freiberg Hall, IJost of its meinbers live on the south side and since all of
the larger halls there are already engaged for the season, it becajTie necessary
ro have these concerts and entertainments on week days# In spite of this the
concert was very well attended, T;"e pro^ran was carefully arranged and the
audience expressed their pleasure by extented apjlause.

The Glee Club, ^^Cheerfulness" is in existence for 23 years and enjoys the good
will of the "Geriuan-Americans,"

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Abendpost. Sept, 28, 1891,
(V/OFJD'S FAIR CHCIiS)

The ^German American" ladies and children clioirs have furnished evidence of their
efforts and ability at the concert given last night in the "Gernania Club House**
in honor of the '•German** Coirjaissary, Priv; Councilor V/errauth*

The director of the choirs, I.'r. Katzenberger can be justly vath progress already
achieved •-

The eminent guest expressed his profound satisfaction several times to the dir-
ector and the singers •

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Abendpost, oept« 9, 1891

A KaV 3 Gil a CHOIR

A new Choir has bcr^n cr^^omzed o.t T. Spejig's Hall, located on Robey
8Jid Roscoe Streets •

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A number of sinring practices have evidenced the i'Q/zt that there are very
gifted nuTiibers ex.cng theia.

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Abendpost, August 15, 1891»

CHORAL-SOCIETY

The well-knovm Choir-Director, lU G« Katzenberjer is iLf).kinr; preparsticns to re-
crgejiize all Choirs, which are connected with tue "Chicago Liusical College." He -
will be at the College from 11-12 o'clock All. daily to accept applications end '
neie voice tests. All Choir-raer.vbers are requested to report before the reopening',
of the season. (Septeciber 7th) ;

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Abendpost - August 5, 189 !•

AlfJiY ZITKER CLUB#

A new club has been established en the ncrthside called Ccluinbia Zither Club.
The purpose cf the same is to cultivate the playing cf the zither. This
club is' under trie direction cf l.Ir. A. Plauer ajid has 30 numbers already. New
members, active and passive , are gladly accepted any time. Lovers of i.usic
are invited to visit our studio •

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A concert was given last nioht by the pupils of L'iss Dora Kleininger in the
Lyon and Healy Ilall at State and ^-onroe* Kotv/ithstandin^: the bad weather and
the first appearance of the little artists the concert was surprisin^^ly well
attended and evQVY place ./as taken shortly after the entertaimrient was opened.

The performances ^iven by the pupils give very much credit and honor to the
institution and seveiTal productions of the children made one forget that the
performance ;i/as a school concerts

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German Song Festival.

German Music will receive new honors Saturday, June 6th^ This time it is the
children and ladies chorus, founded by Mr. 0. Katzenherger which will present
itself for the first time to the German "oublic. The children's choms contains
1000 voices and the ladies chorus 500 voices. Both choirs have been trained
to such an extent, that a great success can be anticipated^ The program set* up
for the German song festival is very well chosen and varied and contains the
most favored German popular songs and choruses with accompaniment of organ,
harp, horn and string orchestra. Also several well-known artists and soloists
will perform. There will be no doubt, that the Germans of Chicago will support
this real German National iindertaking with an immense attendance and demonstrate

to the self sacrificing management of the choirs, that they recognize their
qualities in tne proper manner.

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Abendpost^ Apr. 20, 1891.
GERI'.'AI^ CllllDr^ri: JdD lADHiS CHOROUS

The undersicned Gerir^n Lady Teachers of Chicago who have attended the chorous
and singing classes of music directed by Katzenberger in the interest of the
German lessons make the follovnnr report :-

1. That, I.!r. Katzenleri^er manages these lessons on a real scientific educa-
tional principle*

2. The lessons are given regularly, comprehensive conscientiously and v;ith
an unique easy method v/hereby with the assistance of an intuitive method of
instructions and writim-s experiments, the effect will le a lasting knowledge
of the musical elementary teachings, notations and reading of notes.

3. That the same system has leen ap lied in the ladies classes and good re-
sults have been obtained.

4. That ::r. Katzenberger has achiavecl great ir.erits teachin.;- pure pronunciation
free of any dialect.

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These Gemian chorus classes not only deservs full appreciation but also the
full support of the Ger^'an public. J^s rer-ardinc their rreat educational value
as a factor in the formation of mind and soul and as an important support of
the German mother tongue and its development gQii^^^^ly*

The undersigned heartily hope tliat v/ith tliis report a pleasant fact v/ill be
elevated to an unique science:-

Slsa Fuchs,
Aurusta Schulz
Zlizaboth Pfaff

Teacher

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Ida C. Gobbert

Louise Kapp

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AiTielia Rapp
Caroline Cafel
Nanna E. !.:unn
:.:ary Beil

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The far.cus and :r.uch liked sinrinr club 'Torv/ard*^ celebrated last nifrht in the
Northside Gymnastic Hall, its IGth Anni versary in an exceptionally inacnif icient
v/ay» The attendance no tv/iths tat. din{; the bad v;e-..ther exceeded all expectations.

The hall and gallery were crowded to the last place. The rich program ran
SiTiootiily and in an excellent ina::ner« The vistitor^: shov/ed their approval with
much applause and cave their avj. reciation for the beautiful sonfs and -oerfcrn-
ances. The song ".^choen P.othrant** had a chanainp effect and the finale o.-^ the
program ''O Spirit of the Sounds*' (Geist der To.,ne) as persented by the Club and
the Teutonia Han's Chorus c^ve the best testincnial to the excellent perforance
of the artists.

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rhe individual musical perfcririances of I'.r. 2. Schroeder, F. L.uller, H. DetiVier,
Henry Sberebi^, Christ .Vol:^er and Peter Seye added c^eatly to the success cf the
evening. The solo plays of Mrs, Dr. Merirai and the Cello virtuoso, C. Schroeder,
were also good. The splendid festival finished vath a ball and v/ill be rene:.bered
for so::ie time by all quests*

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TO THE GKEM^ MSN^S SIKGBIG CHOIRS IK CH.CiiGO '^

Singing Brothers! The period of the opening of the Jorld's Fair comes

nearer and nearer. Everybody makes preparations to give his best

for this opportunity. Is it not .ti--e that something be done so that

the German Singers of Chicago should be honorably represented at this

celebration? would it not increase the reputation of the Germans if

the German Singers of Chicago cooperate to form a general Male Chorus

and by giving concerts combined with sone choruses during the Fair

make also a place for the German Singing Chorus in the history of the Fair?

No doubt German Singers of all parts of the United States of America would
participate in this German World's Fair Song Choruses* The Harugari
Singer Club at the suggestion of its manager has resolved in a special
meeting on March 1st to ask all German Singing Clubs of Chicago to send
a representative to a meeting held April 12th at 3 P.M. at Uhlich*s
Hall, corner of Clark, Kinzie. The. object of this meeting will be to

form a World's Fair Song Chorus by cooperation of all song Clubs .: ^
in Chicago.

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All further details will be aiscussed in the meeting. Considering
the importance of this matter, we hope that every German Singing
Club will be represented at this meeting by some delegates •

With German Choral greetings from the Harugari oinger's Club.

The Committee

Fritz Schwarts, President

Oscar Schmoll, Chairman of the Committee

Joseph Santa

Ernest Gahlbeck

Carl Memel

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Duriri[;; the past v/eok tho nine classes of the clioras ^'iterializei, as i.ientioned in
the Illinois 3t'':Jits eitunr" and in I'lost oi* them instrucr^i h" ii- .3 actually bsc^un.
The classes were v/ell ;xitronized n.nd :jre*.^ interest for the noble ciucie i;v.i.n ii'estod
iuself evervT/here. I.lanv ne > apolica.its v/ere acce'roed, The rrreat oenei'its v/hich
:;ill accrue to the Gerritin you'^h • nd to doi-i-'r.uiisir. ..n ^^ener-.l has convinced many
iiitelli' ont, o:..blic spirited ladies to found com::iittee3 in all parts oT tlio ci-^y
Tor tl^e Dur^oosa 01* orocurin;* t':lenced ±aaies and rriftod children uo r)-.rticipate in

the choriAs. The success of "chese active corjnittees v;ill be ruported by us irorn
tine bo ":i::ie. "ho ladies cV.orus ".'.ill have its Tirst .'^aetin,;: ne :x Thursday eveninr
in the T.ethodist Church block, corrior south C-i.-.rk and washin.2:"Gon streets. The
ladies, and the various mixed choruses as v/ell as c-uircli choirs v/ill be there
to form a unit.

It is bo ,e expected, th'-.;: ialie^ who have ria;! priv te instructions before, ;dil
apoeor in lar^re nuibers.

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to fill 'ill the vic:incie.'3 in the children's diviGion ao rapidly as possibla, oO
th-at iastruc^^ion v/ill not be hairrj-erod. .'or the applicants of zhe 14uii, lot)-! and
16th year .--roup, a sopi.rate cl^ss v/ill be 3t;irted«

In the rollov/in" liO.lls insurucoion ill no\7 be giv^jn ra^ul-'rly:

'..ednesday, 4 ?• .., Auror ^. Turnhall, corner ..il\/-.iuktie Avenue and .."est L'uron
Street, -md 3chu.:/..ch^:ir*s I>.11, ^t 46j0 o, -snland ".ver:ue»

Thursday, 4 P. 11. ^ 7ortschritt rurniiall, 1824 il\/n.ukee .\venue and /ipoilo
Hall, 2jO-o2 'Mue Island ..venue •

?ridav tv/o halls ar-; listed,

3ritu:"dav -~ five irteetin" places are mentioned.

Applications ./ill be accepted at all the aforementioned addresses and also by l.x.
G. Kaozenberger, 633 A. Clark Streets The acunission cirds are noT av-iilable and

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v/ill be distributed to oho rei^isterei ine:::ber:3 on Thuraday. The chonl exercises and
sonyis are boiri:'' printed a^id './ill bo used during z\\o iiGtruction period this v/eek.

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Abendpcst, Jan. 26, iB91.

Le^st Saturday, Mr. Katzenberrer received applicaticns for vcice tests at the
IJcrth side Turnhalle, 350 children applied end it was decided to h8,ve 310 reports
back.

Sometine durinrr the ccndn^; week, LIr. Katzenberrer will test tlie voices cf the
other ap .^licents, which by now has numbered aLacst 1000 and at the S8j:ie time
he 7/ill cr^enize various classes.

Further info nrji-t ion f.s well as applicaticns ci>n be obtained at all ti: es at
the above address or at Lr. Katzenberrer* s residence*

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Abendpost, Jan. 13, 1891.

GERliAK

/concert of the ORATORIUl^ LODGE/

We have something outstanding to remember from last Satiirday, the first
Concert of the Oratorium.

The Concert took place under the capable management of l^r. C. Katzenburger f^^
in the Central Music Hall, and was of particular interest due to the fact S?^
that the Concert Company of the famous violinist, Ovide Musin took part.
Also the famous Louise Tanner as Soprano, the German Baritone, Carl
Stone and the Pianist, Sd. Scharf , all of whom have been most successful
in the larger cities.

The Oratorium Club has over 400 voices and is doing well financially.
2he program for last Saturday was well prepared.

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GERMAN

Abendpost, Jan. 5, 1891.

/concert of the oratoriuu lodge/

On Satxirday, January 17th the first concert of the Oratorium Lodge
will take place under the direction of Mr* Gabriel Katzenburger*

The Concert ^vill be of interest in so much as the famous artist Mr.
Ovide LIusin himself will be heard. Mr. Musin is a well knovyn violinist.

Miss Louise Tanner and Miss Inez Parmaler are prominent sopranos and
Karl Horn as a well known baritone. Mr. Ed Schaef is an outstanding
pianist.

Hie Concert is expected to be the outstanding one of the season.

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Illiaci?^ :]z-''itc: '^eituii'-, Dec. 29, 1890.

Dui'in^'- tho l^<st v/eeks .\r« J'lbriel Iv.tzenber :cr .y.iiose musical leader ::;hi-o and ability
have been oftsn proclai.:ied in our cojUimiG, is, dili-.;. luiy r-t ;;ork or;;:'r.izi:a:'- a
larre cliildren's choras of 1,200 voicef:, -uiko^jiue a xadieo c'-oras oi similar i-ng-
nitude, which will be recruited fro;.^ :eri -^n clubs. It ir^ i-rfcendid zo r^loriry the
OerLr^n y.y duriarj Jrie ./orld 'Exposition and uo I'uro'vir the interests of t}:e ^erir^n
3OiV20 Since •:. v/ord, .fhcn ryjui^ '.I'kes an uner- die bio i:a;:)ros3ion upon a cliiid's iiiind,
it is obvious, th"t i:he -er. :5.n l-'n^ua'-j fi ids cois iderable suooort v/hen \;e sin-c'-
:".er:::;n sOii^s -jrid Tor i:his re-ison ^lone, 1 r. }'-.t2en'}':r "or' s plan doservos coasiderate
attention raid loy^l supT)ort,

At the last session of tho :^reat 'orth ■.:;erican Singers .iiiance in 'e\.' Orle-ins, it
has been ;:roclaiasd as a cacrod dutv, th* t 11 ajr:.:an ciuos should oroiiote Gerrian
Sin'"'in" instruction ai:.onast the voa/^li, and ":hat more e^Tiphasis should be ,^,iven this
subject thr^n heretofore. ■ r. Katzenber^'er is convinced abouii z]lq ±i::yorz-nce and
necessity of this subject 'ind so he has t'lken steDS zg orr-nize this Z'^e-xt juvenile

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1:0 its highest or' nches. Jliereb:^ -a r-ire o^^^-ortunijy w^.x oe •■-iv'jn 00 ail the stu-
de-rts, vO develop their 'ns-isical sense '"f he'i.ri'i';, ^hou h':. ^ • nd the senti'.:ent i'or
:irt, \;hil3t oliose v/l^o l^:.ter iiuend to be "ii*i*iiir:.ted -./ii^h n cl^urch choir or son^;
club, .viil now ]i':^.ve -i chnnce oo do the necessary a-iv-jic: ./ork in Jrexien (identi-
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proper artistic sliauin';; '•^i^i'moj de- and ere :C6;i.io iort-^, Jer-j:^.to; 30:r:eti;::eG tsiiipo
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GERMAN

Die Abendpost, Nov. 10, 1890*

[HARMONIE]

The Singing Society **Haraiony" gave a splendid entertainment last night at

the Lincoln Turner Hall. The song "Ihr lieben Voeglein, singt nur fort" '"^

(You Darling Birdies, Keep on Singing) sung by Mrs. Dony, was really marvelous #

Mr. Von Open (Open), the director of this young singing society, is in every
way a capable man and doubtless will lend his ambition towards a bright future
of the ♦TIariaony.''

All the other recital numbers of the program pleased the audience.

The Committee functions were in the hands of Messrs. Wertschaft, Pall, Re inking,
' Christ and Nordhold.

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GERMAN

Die Abendpost, Nov. 10, 1890 •
[MOZART MAIC3H CHOR (Mozart Men's Choir)]

The Mozart Manner Chor gave yesterday at Miehle's Hall an evening entertain-
ment, to which every member of the Choir contributed his best. The full house
proved the popularity of the Manner Chor. Particular praise must be given to
Mr. Suess for his song: ••S* ist Fryelilingszeit" (It is Springtime) • Mr. Suess
has a wonderful voice, and it is to be regretted that he seemingly has no oppor-
tunity, to use his Grod given voice towards an opera career.

All arrangements of the successful evening were managed by Messrs. Suess,
Schweiber, Rudolph, Rosenberger and Keidenberg. ,

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GERivCAN

Die rvbendpost, I^ov. 3, 1890 •
/"fREIZH oAlv'GJIlBUIJD, (i^^IiIK JINGSR'S oGGILTY_7

The "Freier .Sangerbund'* had its first entertaia^^ent of the season last
night at the ochoeriliofen Hall. The nur:ierous visitors gave a hearty ap-
plause to every singer on the progran.

Particular praise must be accorded to i.liss .inilie I.liedevt for the song
''Viie so sanft und mild, Jelene*^ (How tender ana nilci, Selene)

A splendid basket oi* flov/ers, presented to her, proved the appreciation
of her admirers. Also the orchestra v/as at its best ago in under the mas-
terly direction of ::r* o^chn Meinken (I.^einken).

The Arrangement Con.ittee consisted of I.essro. "Jredvn, Iles^let, V/olf,
Zoegen, j'ulda and Eamert.

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III E 2 Die Abendpost, ^ct. 13, 1890*

GEKvIAN

/B-HERrrRUEi^, cciniciL no. \^

In spite cf the terrible v/eather, numerous friends of the Ever^r^^en Council
llo. 16, of the order cf Chosen Friends, met last night at the .Sevorcs Hall
at 43rd end State Street, to enjoy a fev; hours of f.ccd entertainment. The
first part of the evening v/as filled by o concert of Prof. "iVertheim's Or-
chestra. j\mon-; the 8 numbers cf the music jrcrram, a remark^ible violin solo
of tho orchestra leader i ust be n.enticned particularly. After the concert,
the youni^er people had a dance, which lasted until after midnight. Durin<^ a
dance interval, there was a raffle of useful end pretty f^ifts, which were a
surprise to reny quests.

The brranp;eiaent coiniaittee cf the evening;;, consisted cf So.mual ITertheim, Her-
mann ^iecker, Charles Heime, Comrade V/ick, ^/illioj.i ;.,adans, Henry Hopheinz, 'Yil-
helm Ralmer ojid IVilhelra Kuntze. The officers cf the Everi^reen Council are:
richael Vi'in^erin^, President; AndreViT V/chele, Secretary; Ludwig herbold.
Treasurer.

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Die Abendpost, Oct* 13, 1890.

MEN'S CHOIR CONCORDIA (MAl^^ER CHOR CONCORDIA)

A successful concert and a full house at the Labor Hall, last night proved
again the qiiality and managing ability of the Manner Chor Concordia under
the direction of Mr. T. W. Hesse, the Choir sang '♦Sturm Boschwoeung" (Appeal
to the Storm) •♦Studonten Nachtgesang** (Student Night Socg) and "Wine, Women
and Song (We in, Y7eib und Oesang) • A song (tenor) solo of Ur« Johann Keller
and the recitals of Mr. C. Baier must be mentioned particularly. A lively
dance followed the concert, and everybody had a good time until late in the
night • The officers of the Verein (Society) are: Louis Koehler, President;
F# Schlag, Vice-President; Henry Kohl, Secretary; John Brochtel, Treasxxrer
and William Boediger, record-keeper.

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GEiaUN

Die Abendpost, April Sth, 1390*

Concert of the United Singers.

If the Auditorium has "been created for the sole purpose of reviving Italian Opera,
by providing scintillating surroundings, then its owners must have realized,
after yesterday* s concert, that German music cannot readily he eliminated. It
required no exceptional advertising, no $5000 per evening singers or songstress,
no falmlous decorations nor costumes to help •^German Song" to a vertiable
glorious triumph* Although this concert was not Droclaimed and heralded as a
"fashionable event** the spacious Audition Theater was filled to the point of
overflowing. The enthusiasm of that tremendous audience plainly showed, after
•this rather modest impretending performance, that the German music is endowed
with an unconquerable, indestructable virility, which mocks all competition.
The gentlemen, Pd. Peck and his cohorts will be forced to admit, that their
I talian^galvani zing-experiments are useless. It is not necessary to resort to
exaggerations to give justice to last ni^t's accomulishments.

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Die Abendpost. April gth, IS90.

Orchestra and solo parts were excellent. The unassuming German folk song, in
which German sentiment finds its greatest expression, recorded its greatest
victory. The renditions of Frederic Barl)arossa and "In The Cool Ground" given in
genuine German fashion, left no one unmoved. Mr. Knorr, Miss Johnston never
were "better.

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GERLI/IN

Die Abendpost>!.:ar> 31, 1890.
/"olNGlLIG CIHCLE OF 3EKiT£n:UJ7

The Jennefelder-Liederkrantx (Singing Circle of 3ennefela) v;ill give a
grand concert on j^aster iunday, under the able leadership of its director, >
ivir, Hans Salatka, at the I^orthside Turnhall, I

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Selections for the program have been very carefully chosen, /unong its
offerings v;ill be the great cantata "3oloinon*s Temple Dedication^ (Or
BleBsing) by Titl, in v/'il ch Lr. Guido Greiner will have a 3ass-solo, a
tenor aria from 3tabat Iiater, sung by Lr, lienr^'' Levy, tv;o popular numbers
by the ^lub's Ladies Chorus, also the aria '•Clean, thou Konster" from
n'eber^s opera '^Oberon'*, given by IJrs. p. Goetz.

The second pa t of the program contains zhe oratoriurii ^-The Creation", v/here-
in i^r. G. Greiner, Alex Bischoff and :.Irs. ?• Goetz represent the solo parts.

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Die .^bendpo3t,Lar> 14, 1890.

DEIEi^lT COl^Lim Foh PROF. 0..,. RIC^ITLH

For the benefit of the vreli-liked anu popular singing teacher, Prof. 0..;.
/dchter, a granc concert has been arrcingeu at Brand IP^li, corner of Clark
and Erie Jtreets, junday, ..3ra at 5 p.i:., 'augmented by a display/ of ""gyn--
. nasties" and a ball, -leven Jinr^ing jocielies v;ill participated The
Flora L?.die3 Chorus, Ljchleswig Ilolstein ],:ale Chorus, Pullnan I.:ale Chorus,
3on--section of Turnclub ♦♦Garfield" and "?v<.^ves5'\ a Double uartet, also
the Ilaru^^ary scn,^ circle, the Lnbor 3. nr circle, Jocial son^T circle, the
international and Her/;e:-h Male Chorus.

Aside fro... ..his extensive array the Turnclubs Lincoln -mu Pro^'^ress and
Garfiela v;ill porform by i^^rvin^ (^yrinastic ei.hibitions.

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Die ;.bendpo3t, I'ar, 10, 1890.
Giu^.^^: CuIJCZRT AT T?I£ AUDITORIUlvl

As v/e previously reportea; The ei;^ht local singinc -societies, v;hich par-
ticipated in the ^'liew Orleans Fe.stival'*, concluded to arrange a Gernan
Concert here and the idea net v/ith wide acclain and enctura^^enent in German
circles. The enterprise is nov; assured, ^^-uririg a meeting of the Dele.^j^tes
of the Allied 3ingers, liaster Monday, April 7th, was selected lor their
concert. The program includes the two magnificent songs, ^'Ilaide Iioeslein''
(Little itose c:' the I'.eadow) ''In The Cool Ground'' llohr's Cantata, "The
Thunderstorm" •

The Chorals, ":L:^^iperor Barba /Oisa," "The Battle Pra^-er", and "On The ..Iter
of iruth". hosenbec]: r's Orchestra will take care o^ che accompaniment,
a..d for the soloists, Ivliss Genevieve Johnston, (Alto) ana Chas. llnorr,
(tenor) have been tentatively selected. The Lusic Com^ ittee consists of
Franz ^unberg, Detmer, Bohn, Falser. It is to be expected tliat the Z-'Ster
Monday concert v;ill be a genuine event, and general ja:ticipation by the
German-element is assured.

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GERMAN

Die Abendpostt Jan* 21, 1890*
[aSRl.lAN SINGING SOCIETY LIEDERKEANZ]

Der Gesangverein Liederkranz von Avondale (The Song-club '•Song\vreath*» of
Avondale) held its bi-annixal meeting, including election last Friday, Jan*
17th* The following officials were elected* President i/ilhelm Schroeder,
Vice President Peter Busch. The secretary states that during the 9 months
of the clubs existence, membership mounted to 27; 16 active; 11 passive*
Although the association is still in its infancy, it has accomplished much
and is quite ambitious.

II B 1 a Die Abendpost, Jan\iary 17, 1890. GERILMI

FESTIVITIES CF TJiE LODGES ;\:,D EINT^UCIIT

The Genaan ccuncils •'Evergreen Nc. 16 and Concord Ho. 41, of the order of
selected friends vdll install its elected officers, Sunday 19th at 3 o'clock
in the afternoon^ Frier and after thstallo.ticn a •;;r8iid concert under the
capo.ble leo.dership cf ?rof» S» Werteiir. has been arranged, so (that) the
Gerraojis cf the Southside will heve a suitable opportunity for a social cre.ther-
ine at Livores Hall, corner 4ord r\: 3tcte Sts,

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III H Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitunf^. Apr. 8, 1889

G2RI/AII-ZUCU3

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The G^rmania Laenner-Chor has acquired a ponpous Clubhouse. V.Tien v:e look
at these elegant and luxuriousl^r equipped roorr.s v/here prominent parvenues
are nov/ living, 've are reminded of the saying, ''A fool for luck."

?/hat qualities do these modern Germans have in common v;ith those Germans
who have played such an important role in the cultural life? lliey, at
least the majority of them, quote Schiller^s, Goethe^s, and Heine^s ivords
Vv'ithout understanding them. They utter beautiful phrases and do not
practice them.

The mentality these children have is revealed by the invitation they have
extended to Prince iienry of Prussia, in order to exhibit him as a v/onder-
ful animal on their opening celebration. The exalted gentleman did not
come but stayed in Kiel.

Phrases on Prussian subserviency and on /trr.erican liberty, what a beautiful
duet for the brave singers of the Germanic LRle Choir I

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Chicacoer Arbeiter Zeitung, J^pr. 8, 1089.

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Consul Korden Flycht spoke about the trenerxdous advantages of Lncle Sam,
while the imperial German ambassador released a German puff b:' sending
the follov/in^:: cablecram: *'Hest assured that the imperial government knows
how to value the expressions of sincere loyalty shcv/n by the members of
the Germanic 1. ale Choir to their old iatherland."

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III A Illinois Starts Zeitung^ January 25, 18S9.

CHOIR OF GERMAN CHILDREN

The Lakeview Men's Choir imitated an idea which is truly worthy of
imitation^ This plan has reference to the establishment of the choir
of children, who are being taught German songs and receiving instruction
in German* At the rehearsals, which are held every Saturday, German is
used only in singing and speaking. The children of active and passive
members between the ages of 7 and 15 years are rnrolled free of charge*
Also children of non-members are entered, but they must submit to an
examination before they are accepted by the committee.

Alreadj'- fifty three children have been enrolled, ajid this is evidence
of the fact th:i.t this plan has met with the approval of the Germans in
Lake View •

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GERMAN

Illinois Staats Zeitung^ Nov. 28, 1887*
APPRECIATION OF MUSIC.

There nas not a vacant seat at last night •& concert arranged by the '^Orphans
Singing Society at the ••Turner'* hall» Furthermore, professional musicians
have hardly ever been so well represented at a concert, as was the case last
night. The main attraction of last evening •s program was the "Battle of the
Hun's** by Zollner, executed by the laale chorus with orchestral accompaniment.
This composition will comprise the chief musical number to be played at the
St. Louis song festival in the near future, therefore, much interest was
displayed by professional musicians in the preparation of this extra-ordinary
composition. Those who know the difficulties which have to be overcome when
vocalizins this composition spoke of it as a daring undertaking for compara-
tively few rehearsals cannot bring about a rounded and smooth performance.
But the "Orphans" male chorus stood the test splendidly and to the fullest
satisfaction of those who doubted in their ability. This wonderful musical
work has to be heard again before we should venture to say more about it.
The beautiful and overpowering composition kept the listeners spellbound for
over one hour. The ••Orphans" male chorus gave an exhibition of fine musical

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uiiderstsuiding and niastered the technical difficulties with ease* The
supporting soloists were Miss Mathilde Wilde and Theodor Lammers, who were
not at their best. The orchestra of thirty-five men, composed of Chicago's
best musicians, worked in splendid harmony with the chorus • Miss ¥/ilde, ^o
appeared twice during the first pcurb of the program, made a much more favorable
impression than in the solo part in the "Battle of the Hun's", which requires
an almost Wagnerian singer for the part. The same is true of Mr* Lamraers, who has
a pleasing voice for lighter music. The audience repaid the "Orphans" singers
by thunderous outbursts of applause. The wish for a repetition of last night's
concert was general. We are informed that this charitable singing society
intends to repeat the concert, in the near future, for the benefit of the
German hospital at the Central Music Hall.

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/^XIES AUXILIARY CF TIE GEIu-lAII SCCIET^

At the entertaini.ient in raiidel's ^lall hnd ouiimer-G8.rden en \*est rcandolph
Street, wliioh i/ill Ls held tc-porrcw aftv=rnoon and evenin,^, the I'cllcwing
ho.ve le'^lared their wiiiinf^ness to oc-cperate: :.-r. ^s'^ar ocln.oll, the piejiist,
L'.iss BluLienschein, the sinf,ers ..iss Au{;usta Loder and ...iss V/ertheim for the
afternccn, while the Orphens-:'en's Choir under the dire'^.tion cf Yr. Shrhcrn,
the tenor. !>• llussen and I'iss Laura iCurz v;ill participate in j;n evening, per-
f crr:]a.nce.

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Chicagoer .iTbeiter Zieitung> May 17, 1884.

JJl series of RECITiil^

a'elene .^agner, the famous rocitalist, will open tomorrov; in Ilershey
Hall, ...adison Street opposite Hcvicker's llaeatre, a Hecital cycle*
her program is: Sunday May 18, 8 o'clock P.M., Tannhauser," by
Julius kVolf. Followed by 'uumoristicals,'* Saturday, May 24, half
past 2 6 •clock in the afternoon, 1st part: ^'..rs. Holde" by Rudolf Baumbach.
2nd part: "Ihe Visit in Jail,** Humorous sketch by E. Eckstein. Sunday,
x^ay 25, 8 P.i^.. , "The »»ild Hunter" by Julius l/olf. After this came a
humoirous piece. The beautiful young lady is preceded by an excellent
reputation and we hope that the Germans will fully support her.

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Chlcagoer Arbelter Zeltung, Apr. 24, 1884.
^OCIAUST CLDB GIVES A COl^Cms/

The Socialist Club "Bridgeport*^ will give a delightful evening entertainment, -^^
Saturday April 26th in Nic Korff's Hall 2509 S. Halsted Street near Archer
Ave* with the following promising program:

Prologue, ^he Song of the Flag** - Song with Chorus

1* Piano Recital

Z. The Rag Picker - Comic Couplet

3« Trumpet Solo - by Ccxnrade Joachimson

4» Federal Song Soc* Mens* Choral Society

5. The •♦Glove" A Burlesque after Schiller

6. "Pietsch" - In the Imaginary Possessicm of the Lottery Ticket
?• "The Last War" Soc. Mens* Choral Society

8. Piano Recital

After the BALL*

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/"the socialist MEN'S CHOIR/

The Socialist Men's Choir held its quarterly meeting yesterday evening
in the ^Thuringer Hall^* After the usual business affairs had been dis*
posed of the floor was given to a number of the Committee on arrangements
of the last Ooomiune Celebration*

He declared the committee desires to apologize to the Socialist men's Choir,
for having scrapped one of the songs which were on the program* This was
due to the fact, that some of the participants were late; in consequence
the performance of the play ^The Nihilists^ could not be delayed any longer*

The apology was accepted as the members found the reason given entirely
satisfactory* An invitation of the "^Lehr and Wehr Verein*^ to its Sunday
evening entertainment in Folz Hall was accepted*

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Die Fackel, (Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitxmg) Mar» 30, 1884#

CLDB «VDHWARTS»' (POMAED)

The evening entertainment of the club '♦Vorwarts^, which was held yesterday
evening in the Sazonla Hall, 120 N« V/ells Street , was well attended. A very
happy mood prevailed. The abundant program amused the audience , which in
turn produced songs , cheerful and serious declamations , and dances.

Especially the well studied duets of Messrs. Altherr and Neebe were acclaimed.
Comrade Grottkau made upon request of the comrades, a short, well received
speech, cmd so even to those who did not dance, something enjoyable was of-
fered.- The Hall was tastefully decorated by one of the members, with allegori*
cal pictures. The beer was excellent and they drank and danced continuously.

By the time we went to press, the crowd was still dancing to the tune of the
Melody *»Vorwarts*"

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[MUSIC FESTIVAL]

A large Music Festival will begin on May 27th in the Exposition Building and
continue till Saturday. Those participating as Soloists are: Materna, V/inkelman,
Scaria and Mrs. Nilsson. The program consists among other of Haydn's **Creation»*
with Mrs. Nilsson; parts from Wagner's Tannhauser, Berlioz's Requiem Mass,
Handel's Te Deum, etc. Matinee concerts will be given Thursdays and Saturdays •

The choir consists of 900 voices. The music festival will be under the direction
of Theodore Thomas.-

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fR be:;efit p .rfor. jiIice/

The Lehr & Wehrverein is hcldinj^ in ITutzhcrn's Ilall, 636 Llilv/aukee Avenue, a
benefit evenin?^ perfcnnance en Saturday evenin^^, Joxiuary 19th for a Ccmiiade
wlic has been ill for 2 years.

The oceaker qH the eVeninf, vms *.;• 3chv/ab«

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Ililnois Staats-Zeltung, Sept. 30, 1881. VV?/^ (ilL) PROJ 30275

GHIC3AG0 SINGIiBS* AILIANC3

The executive board of the North American Singers* Alliance held its final
session yesterday evening at Quincy Number Nine* Eranz Amberg presided, and
Oskar Schniidt was recording secretary.

The first item on the agenda was a report by llr. Bucher, treasurer of the
committee on arrangements, giving an account of the proceeds from the New
Ulm concert; according to the figures the net receipts amounted to $411«39#
translator's note: New Ulm, a town in Minnesota, settled principally by
Grormans, was destroyed by a cyclone. The community, some years before, had
contributed a carload of flour to Chicago after the fire, and therefore
the Germans took up collections to help the people of the stricken QiX^JJ
The assembly thanked the committee for its efforts, and Mr# Bucher was
requested to give this sum to Mr* Lladlner probably Madlener or Itodle^,
treasurer of the Chicago Relief Committee*

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A bill for diplomas, amounting to :^5, v<reis ordered paid. Other bills.

Vice-president Bucher then delivered a short address, thanking president
Franz/ Amberg for his efforts in behalf of the song festival, and he gave to
the president an honoi^ry diploma, in conformity with a resolution passed at
a previous meeting. In accepting the proffered document Mr. Amberg suggested
organizing a Chicago singers* alliance and emphasized the fact that it would be
beneficial in furthering the friendly relations of the various CJhicago singing
societies and would promote a competitive spirit which would promote the in-
terests of music if a suitable director could be found.

As a result of Mr. Aaberg's proposal the Chicago Singers • Alliance
was organized forthwith. Mr. Amberg was nominated secretary pro tem and
requested to communicate with all the singing societies of Chicago, inviting
them to send two delegates each to a meeting scheduled tot October 17 at
Ciuincy Number Nine. The following associations immediately became affiliated:

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G2RMAN

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Orpheus, Elntracht /5nlty7f Suedselte Llederkranz ^outh Side Song Circl^T,
Freler Saengerbund J%i^ee Singers ♦ Alllance7t Frohslnn Cheerfulness^*
Schwelzer Miaennerchor ^flss Male ChorusTV Teutonla, Schiller Lledertafel
j^ong Clubby and Sennefelder Llederkranz (Sennefeld Song Circle )•

The Idea of such an alliance met with an enthusiastic reception and was promptly
celebrated by a Commers, translator's note: Commers : lunch-- mostly beer^

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THE SONG FESTIVAL SORPIUS

The North American Song Festival Association held a meeting at Qulncy
Number Nine yesterdajr evening. Onl;^ a few gentlemen were present. Messrs.
Slevers^ Madlener, Jjohj^ Buehler ^enlo^, Schmidt, Hoffmann, Hettlch,
Meyer ^PranzT" Amb erg, Christmann, and HeTnemann, }&r. Mberg was chairman,
and Mr. Chrlstmann functioned as secretary. The revision committee, appoint-
ed at a previous session, reported that the statements of the finance
committee were correct. According to the letter's findings receipts and
expenditures were as follows:

Income

Pledges $ 62,500.00

Donations 5,545,00

Receipts of Concerts . . • . 39,565.50

Receipts of picnic 8,198.00

Total 115,808.50

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Expenses

Finance committee . ^ 5,877«32

Music committee 24, 374*94

Hall ^ 9,792.37

Decorations « 4,286.23

Press ^ 4,943.63

Picnic •• 3,716.93

Railroad « 159.00

Reception « 1,658.42 ^

Miscellaneous 912.52 ^

^ 68,604.9l/sic/ "^

Refund to subscribers 46.875.00

Total 1115,479.91

This leaves a surplus of $328.59. Oscar Schmidt made a motion that the
sponsors who have not yet called for their money should be requested to see

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John Buehler inLiiediately. G. A. Chris tmann reported that he
still has $25 in his treasury. I. C. Meyer made a motion that the sum
be given to Christmann as remuneration for his services. Christmann thanked
the assembly but declined.

The music comraittee reported that the $25 which was to be paid to Miss Butler
mi^t be returned /by them/^ because the lady was indisposed at the time and
did not sing. A number of small bills were ordered paid. Twenty-five dollars
was allotted to R. Eaiser, one of the singers. He had pledged $100 to the
festival fund and later $100 for decorations; he asserted that he had lost
$50 in selling bouquets.

A lengthy debate ensued on what to do with the surplus of ;^28.59 because
I. S. ULeyev made a motion that suitable presents should be bought with the
mon^ to reward Mr. Amberg, president of the North American Singers' Alliance,
and the three secretaries, Oscar Schmidt, William He inemann, and G. A. Christmann.

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Messrs • BueJiler aai Haas objected to this disposition of the

fund* Madlener wanted the Deutsche Gesellschaft ^/German Society, a

benevolent association/^ to be the beneficiary, but cairistmann was not in

favor of it* Finally the matter was postponed, and upon John Hoffmann's

motion a committee consisting of Messrs* Meyer, Madlener, and Hettich was

appointed to make a report at the next meeting regarding the cost of presents i

/medals^ for the four gentlemen previously mentioned*

On Buehler's motion it was decided to print five hundred copies of the de-
tailed account of receipts and expenditures and to send them to all the
sponsors who had signed the guaranty fund*

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Illinois Staat3-Zeitung> July 1, 1881.

TH2 SONG FJSTIVAL
Unparalleled Success

The Song Festival v;as a success the liKe of which was never before recorded,
and it probably v/ill not be equalled for a long time* On Wednesday evening
the mixed chorus sang '♦Odysseus," an excellent, unforgettable perforniance,
and yesterday afternoon we heard uhe recitals of the several clubs and the
soloists; in the evening the grand chorus, eighteen hundred men, gave a per-
fottnance which dispelled all doubts about our German singers ♦ ability. Ko
male chorus throughout the land ever enjoyed so tremendous a success. The
audience listened spellbound; the performance was overv/helming. And if any
doubt existed regarding the festival committee's selection of the soloists,
that question was answered by the astounding accomplishments of Mr. Candidus,
Mrs. Peschka-Leuther, and :.!iss Gary in the first part of yesterday evening's
concert.

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This concert will be indelibly impressed on the history of Chicago. The
audience comprised nearly 12,000 people; the chorus had almost 2,000 members;
and there was an orchestra of 150 musicians. The two thousand felt inspired
by the occasion; the twelve thousand waxed enthusiastic and expressed their
feeling in tumultuous applause; then add to this the immense hall and the
intense labor of preparation ;vhich was necessary in order to realize this
unprecedented perforinance, and one must exclaim:

^^Vi/hen can this be repeated!"

Chicago may pride itself on having organized this affair, and it may take
more pride in having made such a success of it. The glory of the achieve-
ment must be ascribed to the coiamittee members as well as to the participants.
The former v/orked zealously for the realization of an idea, and the latter,
both our local singers and the soloists from other parts of the country,
spared no effort to help the affair /^ucceed/. The male chorus particularly

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shcfwed that its members adhered to the principle that accomplishment in
art requires the renunciation of pleasure. Indeed, their rendition gave
conclusive proof that they believed in the old adage.

The financial success of yesterday evening^s perforriance has helped to allay
the fears of the committee. In the afternoon the huge hall showed many vacant
seats, enou^ to cause apprehension. After the artistic offerings of the two
previous day^, the house should have been packed. In the evening matters
assumed a different aspect. The management did not admit more than a thousand
people to stand, to avoid crowding in the aisles, and even the receipts must
have been about ;^15,000.

First Matinee

Yesterday afternoon's concert did not attract so large a crowd as might have
been expected, in view of the highly interesting program and also the cir-

"t:»

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cumstanca that one of the clubs, a member of the iUliance, offered a com-
position by its director, the first public performance. Through a printer's
error in the official program the song '♦O Lieb» So Lang* Du Lieben Kannsf
(Oh Love as Long as Love Thou Canst) was accredited to 7/eber instead of
71. Malmene, director of the Cleveland Singing Society. Fortunately the mis-
take was not mentioned or noticed.

About 3,000 people were present.

The opening number of the concert was the overture of »*Oberon",by ?/eber,
played by the gigantic orchestra. Then followed the Cleveland Singing Society;
their male chorus presented the song previously mentioned, "0 Lieb' So Lang*
Du Lieben Kannst^*, a poem by Rueckert set to music by the Society's conductor,
l!r. Malmene. The rendition was deliglitful. Mr. Malmene 's composition leans
strongly to the individualistic style of Abt; the movement is ingratiating,
and its development shows exceptional skill. Hov/ever, in the intermediate

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moveinent the theme appears somev;hat too elaborate, and a shortening of this
part would improve the work considerably. A solo quartet, or rather four
soloists, to emphasize its melodious character, proved to be a masterly
conception and £^ve considerable coloring to the whole. The Cleveland
Singing Society produced the work of its leader in a truly artistic manner,
and it served as a fitting introduction to the subsequent numbers of the
great festival. The following soloists deserve particular praise: John
B. Long, baritone, Charles Jaster, first tenor, H. J. Votteler, second
tenor, and Charles Mudler, second bass.

Our enjoyment of this exemplary offering was somewhat diminished by the noise
of the railroad, which managed to be loudest whenever we were listening to
the most interesting parts of the composition; the strains of a brass band,
playing outside, were also plainly audible. The next number was a solo by
I.Irs. Peschka-Leutner. She had selected the "Bravoura ivith Variations,'* by
Adams, -;ith flute obbligato (!!r. Oestarle). It is impossible to give a

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description corainens urate with her extraordinary achievement. Her voice,
true and clear as a bell, filled the iimnense hall, and although its tonal
qualities did not appeal to us, she really sang like a nightingale and
trilled like a canary as she sang in alternation with the flute and daringly
vied with its strains. The public insisted on an encore, and the artiste
complied by repeating: the last part of the selection.

Candidus, in his recitation of the '^V/alloiere^ love song, by V/agner, achieved
a similar success, but it must be attributed to his pleasing voice rather
than to the composition.

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The main orchestral number of the concert, **Tasso,'* by Liszt, proved a less
fortunate selection. Although the work boasts of so:.ie appealing parts, it is
one of Liszt's lesser achievements and is modelled too much on the convention-
al form of the usual overture and therefore lacks sufficient novelty to be
effective.

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Mr. Balatka /K Chicago Gerroan/ led the musicians, 150 in all, in a most
capable manner, and the orchestra played magnificiently, but the theme
became too repetitious, and failod, therefore, to arouso interest; even
the xlnal triumphal son^ was unimpressive because the public had bean
v/earied by the preceding parts of the composition.

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Hannah McCarthy, our Chicago soprano, achieved a triumph in the aria from i.:
'♦Semiramis**, by Rossini. She sang magnificiently, and the audience, still ^.
lunder the magic influence of Peschlza-Leutner, showed by tumultuous applause
tnat the appealing voice of our Chioagoan v/as appreciated. In continuing with
the soloists, let us mention Mrs. Donaldi, and her presentation of the '♦Cnade-
narie,'* a presentation which did not come up to our expectations, either in
regard to the quality of her powerful •'"o ice or in her artistic perceptions —
she sang, for the most part, out of tune. ji. Schultze, a Chicato tenor, sang the
prayer from '^Rienzi," taking the place of Mr. Lindau of Cincimiati on the program,
a very creditable offering. J. Benzing of Cincinnati v;as hoarse, and obviously
it would have been better if he had not sung Handel's aria from the "Messiah,^

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*^7;aruni Rufen die Yoelker***

The mixed chorus of the Cincinnati Orpheus Society, led by Conductor Barns,
sang Haydn's ''Te Deum". Vfliile nothing exceptional, the presentation would
have been regarded as most meritorious under ordinary circuristances, that
is, it v;ould have been considered as a great accomplishment anywhere except
at a festival of this kind.

previously mentioned) the Scherzo from the "I.Iidoumjner Night's Dream," which
was not adapted to the acoustics of the hall, and besides, the tempo v^as too
fast, so that much of the effectiveness was lost, /jiother offering was the
^7/illiam Tell" overture, v/hich v*/as excellently performed.

The Second ::ilvening Concert

Probably no concert in ilmerica ever boasted of a larger audience, and it is

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doubtful indeed whether a more impressive performance was ever heard any-
where. If the festival had consisted only of last evening* s offerings, it
would have been epochal in the history of music in iVierica,

The first part was a choral number, v/ith 1800 members of the Singers' Alliance
participating, and no better selection could hava been made than V/agner's
•^Kaiserraarsch ,** a composition inspired by intense patriotism, v/hich, owing to
its heavy instrumentation, required no vocal addition in the final climax to
be effective. The brief pause before tho outburst of applause, which shook
the house to its very foundation, gave convincing proof of the audience's
unqualified approval. The multitude of more than ten thousand v;as spellbound.
The next selection, Moehring's ''Schlachtgebet^ (Battle Prayer), for male
chorus, was, if anything, still more impressive. The audience, inspired with
almost religious awe, insisted on a repetition. Bruch's "Salamis," the last
choral piece, was the closing number of the first part of the program and was
also acclaimed with the enthusiasm v;hich the rendition merited. "Salamis" is

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a composition of definitely individualistic character, a masterly example

of modem instrumentation in combination v;ith vocal melodies; but to ^

appreciate it fully it behooves one to hear it often, since an effective

finale, desic^ed to arouse the audience, is lacliin^. The unaccompanied

choral part was sun^ by the Younc Ivlen^s Choral Society of Philadelphia.

The number was faultlessly executed in ever^^ respect, but the singers gave E.

the impression of being too much at ease, of ta^-'ing their task too lightly, ^

particularly the tenors, and this became somev/hat apparent in thair singing. r^

The three soloists who sang at intervals, were the tonor Gandidus, Llrs. Peschka-
Leutner, and Ajma Louise Gaiy. Their offerings v/ere delightful, vjithout ex-
ception. Mr. Gandidus is endowed ^.vith a phenomenal voice, and he is an ex-
ceptional artist. Tie sang :;!ozart*s ♦^.'aurerlied'* (:.:ason*s Song) in a most
passionate and appealing manner. I.Irs. Peschka -Leutner, selecting the aria of
the '^Oueen of the Night ^ from the opera "The Llagic li'lute,^ aroused the audience
to boundless enthusiasm and admiration by her perfect intonation and her
masterly artistr^r in singing these cadenzas, which have difficult intervals

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and staccato passages v/ith echo effect. 31io v;as rewarded with ha^re bou-
quets and upon popular insistence gave an encore, but it became apparent
that she nav felt tired after her previous efforts. a\nna Louise Gary, a
pronounced public favorite, received an ovation upon her appearance and
sang the oft-repeated aria from Gluck*s '^Orpheus'* in a most enchanting
manner, with a spirit of piety befitting the text. Her voice appears to gain
in volume as v/ell as in sonority and her aagnetic personality seems more
puissant than ever. Stormy approval and shouts of bravo prompted her to ^
return to the stage once more; however, it v;as only to bov/. J>;

For the second part of the concert the first movement of Mendelssohn^s
'^IClijah'* was selected. Carl Wolfsohn was the leader; the chorus was the
United Beethoven Sinking Societies of Chicago in conjunction with the
Milwaukee Musical Society, all together 400 singers, and their achievement
was by no means dimmed by the great soloists, Peschka-Leutner, Gary, Candidus,
and ?/hitney. Better choral singing was never heard before, though its effect ive-

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ness v/as greatly reduced because this comparativel3'' small chorus had been
preceded by the imraense combination of singing societies, an oversight of
the festival director which cannot be too strongly emphasized. The great
accomplishments of these choral societies, v/hich exceeded by far the offer-
ings of the festival chorus, lost therebj^ in effectiveness • Among the
soloists Miss 2ttie Butler deserves mention; she sang her small part ex-
cellently.

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Ilr. 7/olfsohn must likev/isebe mentioned and is entitled to praise for his t}-
conscientious supervision during rehearsals, his leadership at the perform-
ance, and the hi^ state of perj/ection attained by the Beethoven Societies,
and these words of praise also apply most aptly to Mr. Luening, conductor
of the Milwaukee Music Club (''usikvorein) .

A Great Honor and Surprise.

After Llr. Candidus had sung the great cantata at yesterday svening*s concert.

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Louis v7ahl, the master of ceremonies, gave a laurel wreath to the artist
v/hich had been sent from Frankfurt am :.Iain, Germany. The wreath v/as twenty
inches in diameter and a beautiful white gold-fringed ribbon bore this legend
in golden letters:

*»0 Kehr* Zurueck, du Kuehner Saengerl (O Gallant Singer, Home HetumI) Present-
ed to V/ilhelm Candidus by his friends in Frankfurt: /jnbrogio, Heymann, Meyerfeld,
C. and B, Baerbrauer, Schumann, Colsmann, lilahre, Richter."

The wreath was sent in a small .vooden box, addressed to llr. Glaussenius, and
left Bremen on June 12, on the steamship Oder; It arrived /in Chicago/ yester-
day and was forwarded by the consul ^laussenius/ to the ]Jxposition Building.
The master of ceremonies presented the gift and said:

'*LIr. Candidus, I am giving you something which will surprise you — a present
from friends in Germany, a gift that you 'ivill like, and v/hich incidentally
pleases us, since it proves that Europe accords to you as much recognition

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as vie do — a laurel v/reathi And v/hen you take it home, think not only of
those friends ;vho sent it to you, but also of us v;ho presented it here!"

I!r. Candidus was taken conpletely by surprise, for the consul obviously
had not mentioned the matter, and the singer, deeply moved could only say
a few v/ords expressing his thanlcs.

The Crowd

The environs of the imposition Building presented a highly interesting
spectacle. VJhat a crowdl Thousands of people milled about looking at the
decorations; scores of vendors of programs, lemonade, waffles, and peanuts
offered their v;ares; singers and committee members helped to increase the
vast surging throng; add to these the people trying to obtain a few more
tickets at the box office, and one perceives that Michie,an Avenue and Adams
Street presented the replica of a national convention.

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Today

Today's concerts are highly promising;. In tho afternoon ::rs. Peschka-
Leutner., Lliss Cary, luossrs* Vfliitney, Candidas, and Schultze, and Breytschuck
the harper will appear; the choral parts will bo sung by the Colurnbus Male ^
Chorus and the Young Men's Chorus of Philadelphia. The first number on the <

program v;ill be an orchestral selection, Schumann's *^Second Symphony*', :

••

The evening concert v;ill consist almost entirely of choral singing. The c
Apollo Club of Chicago is scheduled to appear, and the entire galaxy, the ■
constellation of seven stars. V/e append the complete program:

Afternoon Concert

H. Balatka, Conductor

1) "Symphony in C", Opus 61, Number 2 R. Schumann

2) Chorus, "Vorbei'', Moehring

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Colunibus Male Chorus, directed by Carl Schoppelrei

3) Aria from ^^Straadella** Flotow 5

Edward Schultze of Chicago F

4) Bollero from 'Sicilian Vespers'^ , , , . , Verdi o

Mrs. Peschka-Leutner S

5) Karp Solo, Phantasy from '^.'osas in :::g:rpt'^ Parish Alvars

!!• Ereytschuck of New York

6) ^In Diesen Keiligen Hallen*^ Mozart

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LI. W. Vftiitney

7) Q,uintet, "Das Ilaedchen von Sorrant" Scxirader ^^^

Milwaukee Llusical Society, directed by J. Luening <::.

8) "Erwache Saturnial'^ from Semele Handel -u

Miss Annie Louise Caiy

9) Chorus, ♦*?ruehlingsnahen'* Kreutzer ^

Young Men*s Chorus of Philadelphia, directed b7 C. Gaertner

10) Trio from "V/illiam Tell" Rossini

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W, Candida? ,F. Reimiertz, and LI. 7. Vftiitney

3vening Concert
Program

1) Chorus and solos, "Brunnen VAinderbar^ Abt

north American Singers' Alliance, Germania Male Chorus of
Cincinnati (solo chorus), and F. Remmertz, baritone

2) l\ria from "Suryanthe'' . • C. Ivl. von ?/eber

V/. Candidus

3) Chorus and solos, •'Salomons Templeweihe^ ^* Titl

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North jUierican Singers' Alliance and F. Hemmertz, bass

4) *T?homa und Variationen^ Proch =5

Lime. Peschka-Leutner p

5) scene from the ^Frithjofssaga" • Max Bruch ""

Apollo Club of Chicago, V/illiam L. Tomlins, director c

6) "V/althers Preislied" from Die Meistersinger" H. Wagner

V/. Candidus

7) Chorus, *^Iutterseelenallein^ Braun

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ITorth American 3ini[;ers' Alliance

8) '»0 liio Fernando '» from '^Favorita'* Donizetti

I. ■me. 3. Dona Id i

9) **Lied** Mendelssohn

II. ■;/. :7hitney

10) Dramatic scene and cantata, ''Drusus* Tod" xlugust Reissmann

riorth American Singers* .Uliance,
Lime. Peschka-Leutner, :v. Candidas, and 7. Rammertz

rhe Ninth Symphony

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The "Ilinth Symphony,^ by Boethovan, v;hich is scheduled for the end of the
festival, will be givon as the final number on Saturday evanin^p;, and we ^
append the following terse description by Dr. Fessel, v;ho apparently v/rote
v/hile still under the overpowerinr^ influence of the work. His comraents v;ill
undoubtedly be of interest to our readers:

"XT:

•♦Throughout iny long life I have had repeated opportunities to listen to ^
Beethoven^s Ilinth Symphony, as viell as to participate in its performance, but C:
I could never fully understand and co-ordinate the separate parts, regardless
of their intrinsic appeal. Only lately, when I heard the rehearsals v/hich
I.Ir. Balatka /a ShicagoarvZ conducted in such an intelligent, convincing manner
and thus had heard the main motives often enough repeated, did I finally
apprehend the composer ♦s design. The profound thought underlying this
gigantic vjotIz over^/vl.eLmed me, and the oft^ner I listened to those rehearsals,
the more v/as I i-^ipressed. The v;or]c conveys to us nothing less than the
fortunes and the development of mankind from thair ver^^ inception to their

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final culmination; a prophetic tonal picture bridr^es the inilleniuins and

condenses thein v/ithin the fraine;vork of a colossal descriptive symphony

It speaks to us of man»s ambitions and his efforts and of the uncontrolled .^
forces of nature! ^ •••• . F

Activities of Visitors o

The ^\rion /singing 3ociety7 of Fort :7ayne v;ent to Lincoln Park in the after- ^
noon,.... and also the Druiden Llale Chorus of Cincinnati.... S^

The members of the Philadelphia Singers • ^Uliance know hov/ to enjoy themselves •
After several outings they decided to visit Schoenhofen^s Brewry yesterday after-
noon, and they spent a pleasant hour there.

V/iUiam I.lechelke, a brother of our accountant Mechelke in Chicago, is the
president of the Philadelphia Sin^^ers* Alliance. Tomorrow he will extend an

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invitation to all the singing societies now appearing in our city to

participate in the song festival which is to be given next year in ^

Philadelphia in celebration of the two hundreth anniversary of the city ^^

and of the State of Pennsylvania* p

The two 3t* Louis clubs, Sozialer Saengerbund (Social Singers » .Uliance) g
and ITord St. Louis Bundeschor (North St. Louis Allied Chorus), enjoyed ^-
an excursion on Lake Hfichigan. VJhen both clubn and thoir brass band were ^
preparing to board the steamer 'Grace Oi^nmond,'? they found that the captain j>
had already admitted other passenger*- , although ..n arrangement had been made,
and therefore not all the members could go on the trip. About half the
membership of each club wallced up the gang plank; the remainder, including
the musicians, marched to Uhlich's Hall, where they decided to go to Fischer's
Garden. A despicable trick of the captain's to treat visitors to Chicago
in such a mannerl

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The Turner Waennerchor (Turners* :.:ale Chorus) of Cincinnati made a tour

of the south parks and boulevards, and then called at 3eipp*s brev/ery, v/here f

their product was subjected to a thorour:h trial. d^

The Columbus Liederkranz (3ong Circle) made a round trip by boat to Lincoln rj
Park. -r

The Columbus Llaennerchor (I.Iale Chorus) Went to South Park in the afternoon. I

The Bloomington !,!aennerchor sav/ the city; thej'' rode in coaches. *"'

The Sozialer Maerj^erchor of Louisville viewed Lincoln Park.

The Saengerbund of Buffalo (Singers* ^Mliance) visited the headquarters of the
Liedertafel (Song Club) of Buffalo, at 85 Dearborn Street, but no one was there
to receive them. The Saengerbund intends to go on a sightseeing trip through
the city today.

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The :.!ilv;aulcee Ivlusikverein (Music Club) made a similar trip yesterday.

The Cleveland Gesangverein (Song Club) v;ill ride through the city and its ^
environs* F

The Philadelphis Junger Maennerchor (Young Men's Chorus) received its guests, S
many song clubs, at John Fehn's Beer Garden and later visited other singing £
societies. The association, in its capacity as host as vvell as guest, was ^
in a most jovial mood but* appeared, nevertheless, in full numbers at the
afternoon concert and sang, of course, in the evening.

The Song Club of Pekin, Illinois, made its headquarters at Llr. Fischer's tavern,
in the baseiaent of the Illinois Staats-Zeitung building and appeared to enjoy itself
hugely. ?Ar. Fischer naturally does everything in his power to entertain his guests,
and the latter certainly recognized his lualifications as an excellent host.

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The Buffalo Liedertafel and the Arion Society/ of Fort V/ayne met at Baum^s •;-,
Pavilion yesterday afternoon. 5

Trohsinn Club's Goimnerse P

translator's note: A Commerse is a sort of banquet; the largest item is
boer, rrohsinn means joviality^^

Joviality predominated at Baum's Pavilion yesterday evening, for the Chicago
?rohsinn Club gave a banquet in honor of the Frohsinn Club of Pekin, Illinois,
the Frohsinn Club of Cleveland, the 3ozJaler ::aennerchor of Louisville, and
the South Side Liederkranz. The festivities began when the clubs arrived at
the Pavilion, after the concert in the Exposition Building. Mr. Baum used
Bengal illumination and fireworks for the occasion. /Translator's note: The
Bengal light is somev/hat similar to a Roman candle and produces a brilliant
steadily burning blue light; it .;as fornerly used in German theaters abroad./

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The chairnan of the local I^ohsinn Club, Franz Ilirchner, delivered the
address of Welcome.

After the assembly had feasted, and v/hile drinlcs vjere being served, speeches >-'

were made by Fritz Sommer and several others. Hermann Conrad recited a mirth- 'p

provokin?- poem in Yiddish dialect. Music, singing, toasts — all helped to pro- r;

vide pleasant hours • A coffin, duly shrouded, vvas mounted near one of the 3

tables to provide a suitable resting place f or an^r one.vho might be dead-drunk, f

but no such contingency arose. ^111 held their heads high to the very end. i

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The Druiden ::aennerchor

A jolly banquet v/as hold at the headquqrters of the Chicago Druiden Caennerchor,
Pfeiffer's Hall, 408 Sedgwick Street, in honor of the Cincinnati Druiden Saenger-
bund, and two busses vi/ere provided to bring the guests from the Exposition Build-
ing to Pfeiffer^s Hall after the joncert. Pfeiffer^s garden was decorated with

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the emblems of all the States of the Union and ;vith the standard and the
various emblems of the Order of Druids; illumination .vas provided by Chinese
lanterns.

It was nearly eleven o'clock when the guests arrived. They were welcomed by
the Druiden Ilaennerchor, v/ith songs and official Druid greetings, and the
visitors in their turn replied in song. All together thirty guests were
present. Ferdinand Frederich, president of the local Druid Club and one 'r^'
of its founders, acted as master of ceremonies and extended greetings which -^^
v/ere reciprocated by T.!r. Guthardt, president of the Cincinnati Druiden Saenger-
bund (Druid Singers' Alliance). The latter club has been in existence for
twenty-six years and has excellent sin. ers aiaong its members.

Although rather cool weather prevailed, ever:,^' one was jovial and in good spirits.
Songs were the order of the day, or shall we say of the evening? And the sing-
ing helped to maintain, if not to heighten the congenial attitude • The Draid

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Singing Socisties of Pekin, Ililv/auliae, and 3t. Louis also had promised to
particii>ate but had not arrived by midnight. At four o* clock in the morning
busses took the singers to their respective quarters.

The owiss Llale Chorus

The 3wiss I.Iale Chorus net at Klare's Kail on Clark Street; four hundred guests
came to the club's banquet at 11 P.'!. The Sv/iss Male Chorus sang *^Nach Den
Bergen IToechte Ich V/ieder*' (I .Vant to Go Back to the Mountains). Arnold o

Holinger v/as a^o pointed chairman, lie delivered the address of v/elcome, and
the Sennefeld Liederkranz sang "Der /ilte Zecher" (The Old Toper) v;ith its
usual verve. Then followed the Arion Club of ?ort '.ayne, which v/as represented
\>Y t^venty- three members.

The next selection ./as the quartet, ^'Fruehlingslied" (Spring Song), by Karl
7/ilheLm, v;hich the Swiss Male Chorus sang brilliantly, evoking prolonged

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applause • llr. Holinger then introduced one of the oldest and most prominent
Swiss pioneers, !.:r. Straub, three times maT^-or of Knoxville, Tennessee, The
old gentlemr^n said a few words of appreciation. The Sennefeld Liederkranz ^
sang next. Otto Anner of Cincinnati then recited with ]iathos and enthusiasm ^
the poem **Das ./eisse IO:euz in Rothen Feld" (The VJliite Cross in the Field of p
Red — the Swiss flag) and received loud applause, i\nd so a diversified program ^
xvas enjoyed, including choral selections, duets, quartets, toasts, speeches, S
and beer. The Swiss Male Chorus certainly proved to be most generous and ^^
able hosts, and the happy assembly did not break up till sunrise. Methinks cd
the comet , vagrant of the universe, only made its appearance to take in the
great song festival.

The Cleveland Singing Society and the Gormania Male Chorus of Chicago met at
Fischer • 3 Garden, Since only a few members of the latter organization were
present, the Cleveland club sang alone, and other guests, in recognition of
the rare treat, rewarded the members with generous applause.

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The Odd Fellov/s» Ohorus

After the concert at the iScposition Building the m'ombers of the A. P. A.
i.Iale Chorus of Cincinnati v/ont to the headquarters of the Odd Fellows^
Chorus, :7emer's place, 274 State Street, v/here a banquet was held. In
the daytime both clubs had cone on a sightseeins tour of Chicago and had
visited Lincoln Park, Fischer's Garden, the city water v;orks, and the
Stockyards. They even made a trip to the crib« Small wonder then that
the club's president, Adolph Kuechler, v/as so hoarse that he could not de-
liver the opening speech at the banquet, and had to delegate this function
to his friend Joel Steinberg, .^fter the introductory address the Chorus
sang ^Auf Den Bergen" (On the Mountains ) , and it was a most effective per-
formance. Then the A. P. A. I.Iale Chorus sang the patriotic ditty "Schoener
Rhein, Vater Rhein'' (Beautiful Rhine, Father Rhine), and then attention
centered on the sanptuous repast and the barley brew. Messrs. Leopold Goth,
secretary, John Pfund, treasurer, 7. Gobrecht, and II. Bembenick formed a

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connittee on arrangements v/hich lays out the program 3very morning for the ^

afternoon festivities. The simers on their tour of the city also visited ^

one of their former members, Richard Xappes, now a resident of Chicago ^^

living at 279 V/est Madison Street, and serenaded him. Teste rday^s banquet p

was a most enjoyable affair. X

The Sia^ers from Buffalo

The singers from Buffalo met at V/eber^s tavern, 160 South Clark Street, yester-
day evening, and the Buffalo 3aenG:erb':cr.d played host to the Buffalo Liedertafel.
The singers congregated there after the concert at the Exposition Building,
and many ladies v/ere present, LIr. Allgewaehr, president of the Saengerbund,
spoke and thanked the assembly for responding to his invitation; he proposed
a toast to which the gentlemen present readily responded, and many a glass was
emptied. At the suggestion of Hr. Brovm, musical director, the members sang
'♦Freunde, Bruederl^ (Friends, Brothersl) in perfect form.

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The Liedertafel, led by Mr, :iischka, sang "jjr Lebe IlochJ" and then followed
the Saencerbund v;ith the song ''I.Iaedchen, vor 3inem V/ort Huet* Dich Sehr".
After various recitations conversation became sene3?al, and many a drink v;as f
consumed ore the happy throng departed in the morning.

The Chicago Orpheus

The local Orpheds Society will give a banquet this evening in the reception
hall of the Exposition Building, and all the singing societies have been in-
vited.

The Press Committee

The Press Committee will again hold its session today at Quincy Number Nine
because their office at the Exposition Building is difficult to reach. Out-
of-tov/n newspaper men will also receive their invitations to the Pacific Hotel

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reception at "^^^uincy ITunber Nine, since not all the members of the news-
paper fraternity could be notified because of the incomplete list of
addresses* It is hoped that all accredited members of the press will
participate. The executive officials, the president of the board, the ^^
board of control, the chairmen of the various committees, the festival ':^
conductor, the soloists, and the members of the local press are all invited, .^
A very interesting event is anticipated. p

The press committee i/ill meet promptly at 10:30 A.!.!, in the Green Parlor of
the G-rand Pacific Hotel to make the final arrangements preparatory to re-
ceiving the guests at 11:30 this forenoon, g^

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An Invitation

I.!r, Kadish, in the name of the Lincoln Park commissioners, extended a cordial
invitation to the soloists of the song festival to see the Park and provided

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carriages for the occasion, and also offered the use of the Natatoriam to
the ladies of the liilwaukee I^Iusikverein today betv/een nine o* clock and one.

The Delegates' Session

The delegates* session of the ITorth .Aiuerican Singers » Alliance is scheduled
for tomorrov; morning at ten o'clock in Brand's Hall. The names of the dele-
gates, according to present reports, follow:

Chicago: Orpheus Llaennerchor, delegates; T. Arnold and II. Pomy, alternates,
Oscar Schmied and A. Juinerich /Translator's note: Jlvery club has two delegates,
and some of them also have t.vo alternates; the following clubs are listed
under Chicag^, Gernania Maennerchor, Sennef elder Liederkranz, Teutonia
Ivlaennerchor, .\llenania, ITorth Chicago :.!aennerchor, Suedseite (South Side)
Liederkranz, Schweizer (Sv/iss) Maennerchor, Harmonie, Frohsinn, Freier
Saengerbund, Liederkranz ICintracht, Concordia, Schiller Liedertafel.

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Cincinnati: Orpheus /a'lso two delegates from each, occasionally tv;o alter-
nates in addition/, Germania: l.Iaennerchor, Ilarugar^r Llaennerchor, A* P. A.
Male Chorus, Concordia Hale Chorus, Ilarmonia, Druiden Maennerchor {Druid
:.:ale Chorus), Odd Fellows* :..ale Chorus, Swiss ..lale Chorus, Ililv/aukee Musical
-Society.

St. Louis: Social Male Chorus, Freier ::aennerchor, Orpheus Sacngerbund, Morth
St. Louis Bundeschor /Alliance Choru^/, Male Chorus of the Hermannssoehne (Sons
of Hemann), Apollo Song Club, Rockspring Singers* Alliance*

leveland: Cleveland Song Club, Frohsinn Song Club, Ilarmonia Song Club, Orpheus
Society,

Philadelphia: Junger Maennerchor (Young Men's Chorus), Singers' .Uliance*
Columbus, Ohio: Coluir.bus Liederkranz (Song Circle), Columbus :.:ale Chorus,

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3Ux"falo: Buffalo Liedertafel {3onQ Club), aerman 3ineors' Alliance.

Fort '/ayne, Indiana: Arion Society.

Louisville: Social Male C'.^orus.

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Pwichmond, Indiana: Beethoven Sonr; Circle.
Da^^on, Ohio: Ilarnonia Society.

Pekin, Illinois: :!aennerchor j'rohsinn (Terror Aen*s Shorus). C5

Bloomincton, Illinois: Blooiuinston Male Chorus.

The Decorations
The exterior decorations of the liixposition Building are a credit to the

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designers. Poles bearing emblematic shields, garlands, and flags were
erected on both sides of Adams Street and of llichiran Avenue, Symbolic
frescoes appear over the entrance of the hall, and it all conveys the im-
pression of a castle surrounded by a forest with gaily ornamented streets
leading to the strongjiold. On the southeast and northeast corner of ;7abash
Avenue and Adams Street are the previously mentioned /earlier issu^
pyramidal displays supporting a symbolic representation of the goddess of
music, and the lower marbled part bears the follov/ing poetic inscription:

"^he victor of a gory battle
V/ill often be bedecked v/ith laurels.
But this army, singing so jubilantly.
Longs for greater achievements,

''Thou^ the Germans differ in thought,
x^jid thousands of opinions prevail.
One fundamental force unites them all.
The compelling pov/er of German song.

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'^If any one is unmoved by song,
Accept him not in your midst,
Amphion's art affects hin not,
Though it could imbue stones with life.

'*Be not morose or sad,
Since 7/e have but fov/ days of happiness;
3e contented in the bustle of life,
But never, never forget your goal,

"jlrt is immortal,
L'levating,
Forget vulgar things today! **

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"The charms of music are never lost,
She spealcs the universal language of the heart.''

translators s note: The next four lines continue in aerman^7

^.'Iheve thousands congregate i^"

•luthusiasm reigns supreme. -;.

They came to the sacred shrine o

To listen to the anointed who have dedicated their 'o.,

lives to art. fe|

/Translator's note: The next two lines are given in ICnglish^

The riian v;ho hath no music in his soul

Is fit for treason, stratagems, and spoils. **

The Illinois Staats-Zeitun.^ Buildinrt

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G::zr.:;iH

"^^^ IIli^QJs 3taats-::eitung Building is decorated to the verjr top, V/indows
are framed v/ith green garlands, and scores of flags, black, white, and red
/pemian colors at that tim^T' and red, v;hite, and blue, are displayed on everj'*
floor. The main entrance on the Fifth Avonuo side is elaborately ornamented,
and above the portal a picture is mounted showing the goddess of music and
poetrj'-, and the follov/ing verse appears beside the painting:

'•German manners and customs
V/e shall alv/ays defend
And German songs are a
L!ost welcome ally,*^

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Another motto, at the V/ashington Street entrance, proclaims:

'•A good song, a fearless ;vord, and a happy Disposition
Are man's greatest treasures!'*

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The Headquarters

Feldcarnp^s "uincy ITumber ITine is headquarters for the sin^^ers, and the place ^v

is festively decorated in a dignified manner, as befits the occasion, ^vithout d

any gaudy gingerbread affects. The triumphal arch on the corner of Randolph r-

and La Salle Streets is very impressive. The span is ornamented v;ith a ^

picture shov/ing Orpheus v;ith his lyre, and a plain coat of arms bears the c

legend: '^'.'/elcome to Headquarters '\ The interior is draped vjith fresh green ^

garlands and with many placards bearing suitable inscriptions. ^

The South Side

A highly decorative scheme on the South Side v/as not feasible, nor could it
be expected, for many buildings are occupied hj thirty to fifty concerns,
and there are few residential buildings in that part of the city, neverthe-
less, Randolph Street and pai-ts of State Street, Clark Street, and Fifth

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Avenue have bean attractively decorated. The various places v;hich the
singers selected for thoir headquarters were, of course, profusely decorated,
and in a great many instances vary artistic effects v;ere obtained. To give
a detailed account would require columns; so v/e shall mention only a fev/.
Besides the Illinois Staats^Zeitung Building, the Times Building, and the
Briggs House, various .tojrican business houses were ormimented with garlands
and flags. :]ven as far south as 39th Street, Cottage arove Avenue presented
a festive appearance, .\mericans and aemans alike decorated their houses
and places of business, and garlands and flags ;:ere displayed in profusion.

The Julius Bauer Ilusic House on jabash Avenue, Groames and Ullrich on I.ladison
Street, and j\ ::adlener on Lake Street, all three German firms, have decorated
their establishmonts vary nicely for the occasion.

The north Side

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improvement • When we published the first account, in an earlier issue, the
work was still in progress, but now this street is very impressive in appear-
ance» With few exceptions all the houses are decorated as far north as Lincoln
Park. On the four corners of North Clark Street and Chicago Avenue pedestals
are mounted supporting beautiful large vases with natural flowers and plants;
the corner of Ohio and Clark Streets, also, near Fehn*s tavern, is similarly §:
decorated* Brand's Hall, which still presented a plain exterior on Wednesday
morning^ is now bedecked with gaorlands and flags* On a canvas sign appears
the inscription: **Headquarters of the Germania Maennerchor, Chicago"* Yondorff
Brothers* large clothing store at the comer of North Avenue and Larrabee Street
was splendidly decorated* Highly ornate arches with German and American colors,
garlands 9 green foliage, and flowers proved very effective* This firm hired a
brass band which plays every evening throughout the duration of the festival
and draws huge crowds* The Germans on the North Side did as much as their
countrymen farther south* Nearly every place of business displayed at least
a flag, €Uid most firms added other decorations*

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The V/est Side

G"uHi;ij-iIT

On the V/est Side decorations are noted only occasionally. Labor Hall at
the corner of v/aller and TV/^lfth Streots and the Vorvvaerts Turnhalle are
about the only places v;ith conspicuous decorations. On Ilalsted Streat,
Randolph Street, Blue Island Avenue, and Llilv/aukee Avenue onlj^ a few flags
and v/reaths v;ere seen. The residents of the ./est Side probably believed
that the North and South Sides would .-nonopolize the festivities and there-
fore considered it useless to bother v/ith decorations, a conclusion which
v;as more or less justified.

Poetry

If any one believes the assertions of various nei^'ihboring communities that
Chicago is so prosaic a city that the businessmen, in their hasto to make
money, give a parting kiss in the morning to the comely servant girl instead

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of the v;ife, since the men are so much absorbed in speculations that they do
not know the difference, and that, therefore, there is no place for poetry
in Chicago, then let it be ioiov/n hence forvmrd that this theory needs revision;
the occurrences of the last fev; days warrant it, I'uch v;as written for the
occasion; Pegasus, the divine horse, v/as heavily encumbered. Poots by the
dozen mounted the steed, and some very good material came to light, as m.ay
be expected under the oircunstances, considerable poetic license v/as indulged
in, and the reader must therefore close one eye, or both Qjes^ to the metric
combinations, and this leniency should be sho;vn also to the Illinois 3taats-
Zeitung, v/hich may have overlooked this or that poetic gem in spite of a
dozen special reporters v/hom we hired to cover the event* Omissions of any
sort were not deli-berate, and it should also be remembered that the collector
of all these poetic exclamations, verses, mottoes, and v/hat have you,
chiefly bent on gathering humorous verso.

v/as

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translator's note: Nov; follov; two colimns of poens, v^rittan by the various
song clubs, yjhich we omit. The subjects are singing and its beneficent
effect on humanity as a peace-promoting agency, beer, which, of course, is
indispensable at a festival of this kind, some laudator:'- comments on the
soloists, atc.T

rhe Fla>'?s at the Festival

translator's note: Nearly a column is condensed in the translation.7 The
various club flags form a very interesting part of the festival. ....The p
oldest club standard is of silk v;ith blue background with the inscription: ^
''First Crorman Singers' Alliance of North America, organized June 2, 1849."
The other side of tho banner is v;hite and bears the legend: ^'Dedicated by
the Gorman women of Columbus to the Thirteenth Alliance Festival, August
29, 1865."

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The Flag of ths Frohsinn Club is of sil]-:,v/ith white background, showing a
lyre, beautifully embroidered; the text is "Gesangverein Frohsinn''. The
reverse side reads, "Dedicated by the Ladies* Chorus, founded April 17, 1869,
Chicago, Illinois".

The North Chicago Llaennerchor has the inscription, "Dedicated to the

llord Chicago llaennerchor b3'' the v/onen inembers of the club, October 20, 1873;
founded I'ay 1, 1369." The Schiller Liedertafel of Chicaco uses a beautiful
ATierican Star-Spangled Banner v;ith a blue and v/hite pennant. The Teutonia
Llaennerchor of Chicago has a blue silk banner, shov/ing an oak wreath and a
lyre and the following v/ords, "Founded Ilay 13, 1869". The banner of the
Orpheus Llaennerchor of Chicago shows tho name of the association and the

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date of foundation, 1372. The Lioderkranz _:.intracht, Chicaco, has a blue
banner v/hich, like the one preceding, shov/s only the club's name and the
3^ear of organization, 1076, The flag of the I^reier 3aengerbund of Chicago
on a blue silk background shoxvs tho name of the club and the founding date,
Februar:,'- 2, 1876, The reverse side on a v/hite background, shows a lyre
surrounded by a wreath on v;hich appears the name of various composers. The
Liederkranz .^intracht of :;hicago /besides its own banner/ carries a heavy
silk xl:ierican flag. The Sennef elder Liederl-oranz of Chicago, founded September
10, 1868, has a blue silk banner; on the reverse side an eagle is shoxvn in
beautiful embroidery. The Allemania :.:aennerchor of Chicago, founded on June
16, 1874, has a banner with the inscription, '^Dedicated by the ladies on
October 18, 1875". The next flag shov;ed t^he following: '^Sxviss Male Chorus,
Chicago, 1869, dedicated by the ladies". The reverse side of the banner
shov7s the v/hite cross on a red background. The Concordia Llale Chorus of
Chicago, founded January 6, 1880, has a beautiful Star-Spangled Banner with
pennant .

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other flags belon^in^ to out-of-town clubs, ara raounted on the eastern
gallery;- in the following order, /translator's note: All together tv/enty-four
oi*cani::ations_/7'

Recent Guests

The follov;inc list reives the names of sin^^ers who arrived the day before
yesterday, translator's note: About a cclunin and a half of nanes in small
type. The following cities are listed/7 Cincinnati, Glovoland, Buffalo,
^Columbus, Fort V/ayne, Pekin, Illinois; Jayton, Ohio; Bloomington, Illinois,
and Richmond, Indiana.

/Translator's note: The hotels in v/hich the various singing societies are
staying while in Chicar^o are also listed.7

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GERMAN

Chicagoer Artelter Zeltung, January 22nd, 1881.

To the Singing Festival.

The Finance Committee gathered at the Singers Cluh rooms at 9 Q^lncy Avenue. Not
much of interest nor importance is to "be reported except the st^tfe^nt which came
directly from the Finance Committee that Mr. George Schneider suggested to have a
few Americans on the Finance Committee and sure enough Mr, John B. Le Moyne and Me.
Jesse J* Spaulding were elected. The Press Committee sent in their regrets and
sympathy for the late Mr. Hans Haetings.

Two new members were elected in Mr. Hastings place: Mr. Louis W, W, Neehe( of the
stage) and Johannes Hausen of the (Journal of Freedom and Rigjit), That same
evening a performance was given hy the Chorus which was well attended. In spite of
Mr, Bolatka's serious outlook UT>on life in general, yet, he too smiled with
satisfaction. The Chorus is studying "Orphan of the Underworld", which in to "be
followed by a Guest Playj name of the Play to he announced later.

Those who attended the rehearsal of the Company mast have had no difficulty in
arriving at the conclusion that when the company is their studying that is will

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Chica^oer Artelter Zeltung. January 22nd, 1S31.

glTe an Ofutstanding performance on the evening of the festival.

Mr. Balatka requested us to announce that any one deserving to join the Chorus for
small parts to report not later than next week for auditions since on Fehroary 1st,
the list will be positively closed to everyone.

Auditions for women will "be given Tuesday afternoon; and Tuesday evenings auditions
will "be held for men.

Due to the many ai^ special auditions and meetings we will dispense with the usual
Sunday morning auditions. Mixed Chorus Audition will he this week on Friday evening.

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The Chicago Tritune, Nov. 12, 1860.

TEE SASKGEHFEST

AlDout one hundred representative German residents of Chicago met last evening
at Uhlich' s Hall in response to a call to consider the preliminaries of the
great National Saengerffest, which meets in this city next June. The Germans
are deeply interested in the success of this grand musical feast, and propose
thus early to provide means to entertain their "brethren from ahroad.

Mr. 7/illiam Floto was elected chairman and in taking the chair, made a fev? re-
marks upon the necessity of prompt and efficient action on the part of the
musical fraternity of Chicago, looking to a successful reunion. He advised a
spirit of liberality in all their arrangements, to the end that the Saengerfest
of 1881 might "be a grand success.

I^r. Alfred 3ucher was called on, and stated that it had already been ascertained
that St. Louis, Cincirmati, Cleveland and other cities would send delegations
of singers; and that although nothing like the necessary amount of money had
geeii raised to properly carry out the elaborate program which would be arranged,
yet there was a fund of $900 on hand to commence with. Ke advised the appoint-
ment of a committee of forty-five to solicit contributions, and also several

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The Chicago Tril:une, llov. 12, 1880.

smaller committees on transportation, entertainment, etc, Mr. Bucher
also moved the appointment of a committee on permanent organization.

Mr. Rutens thought the time had not arrived for such organization. He,
therefore, moved that the question of permanent organization "be deferred
until a meeting could "be held at which the various elements could he
united, whose cooperation was necessary to insure success; and wihtout
whose cooperation, in his opinion, success could not he attained.

The matter was discussed at some length, and it was finally determined
to Dostpone action until a later day.

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Chica^oer Arbeiter Zettung. November 12th, 1830.

"Das Sangerfest'^CThe Singer's Festival)

The Central Committee of the North-American Singing Societies, arranged last
night at Uhlich' s Halle, corner North Clark and Kinzie Streets, a citizen^s meeting,
with the purpose of creating among the German po"Dulation of Chicago, the necessary
interest for tne Song-Festival, which is to ta.k:e T)lace next year. This was
especially expected, that "business men, endowed with worldly goods would "be present
in a large number, "but they nave sadly disappointed us. The meeting was o-oened "by
Mr. Alfred Bucher, and Mr. William Floto, was elected chairman, and gave a sketch
of the purpose of the Song Societies Festival. Mr. Oscar Schmidt was elected
Secretary. In the name of the Central Committee Mr. Bucher TDrotjosed following!-
To appoint a Finance Committee of U5 mem"bers, whose duty it would be, to supply the
cash necessary, further, the a"ot)oint^ent of a Press Committee whose work would be
to induce the press to agitate for the forthcoming Festival, and the at)Dointment
of various other committees, whose duty would call them into action, shortly before
the beginning of festivities, and finailly a consultant committee of I5 members

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Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitun/?, November 12th, 1S30.

whose duty it should "be, to make final decisions in all "business matters, For the
• reason, that only a small number of persons have "been present at this meeting, Mr.
Harry Rubens proposed, to appoint a committee, for the arrangements of a second
meeting, and induce every one, no matter in what caiDacity that he will be a

participant at this festival, to be present at the meeting,

♦

After a short debate, Rubens' proposal was acceDted, ajid the Chairman authorized
to appoint a Committee. Acting upon the request of the Chairman, Mr. Hans Balatka,
who is entrusted v;ith the artistic management of the Song-Festival, gcve a short
sketch, as to the nature of this festival.

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GEI3IAN

Chloagoer Arbelter Zeltupg, Sept. 26, 1880«

2^0NCERT OF USE '♦TYPOGRAPHIC MEN*S CIIOI^

In Uhlichs Hall to-night the first concert of the Typographic Men^s Chorus takes
place. This young and active club has done all that was possible to make its
first public appearance a large success* Grreatest care has been taken with
the instruction ani studying of the Chorus and the numerous friends of the
Club and the public in general will be surprised with the superb Choral voices
of the individual singers. A dance will follow the concert , which ^ve have no
doubt will be very gay and pleasant. The following program will be played:

Part 1.

!• Overture Concert, played by

2 . Typographic ••

3. Concert Polka ••
4« The Night ••

Orchestra

Edited by Mueller

Chorus

•» Grundlach

* Levy

•» Abt

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Chlcagoer Arbeiter Zeitimg, Sept. 26, 1880*

5. It Was A Dream, Baritone Solo H. Hoffman

Part II

6. Potpourri played by Orchestra

7. How Have I Loved Her? Chorus
8* Two Little Stars, Double Quartet

9. In the Dark Night, Tenor Solo J. Claussen

10. Nightwatchraan's Call Chorus

Edited by Cown

Edited by Bach
^ Moehring

" Kremser
" Abt
" Abt

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GERr.mN

Chlcagoer Arbelter Zeltimg, Sept. 13, 1880#

Ringers meet/

Last night at 8 o* clock the menibers of the Song Club, "Ejjitracht Liederkranz" ,
met at the hall at West 12th St. No. 376# They went accompanied by their
ladies to the residence of }Sr. Phillip Kastler, 241 Blue Island Ave. one of
their members. They surprised him with a serenade in honor of his 10 years
of wedded life. After that they were invited into the house and enjoyed
themselves with music, dancing and singing till early in the moming. The ■
jubilant pair responded freely with their splendid hospitality. i

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Chicanoer Arboiter Zeitxmg, Jime IS, 1880.

^RUGAia FOLK faJTIVAI^

The Harn^ari Folks Festival riaru^ari we.s attended by 3000 visiters in-
cluding twenty-nine lod-es cf t:^ above sin-ing society on Sunday, June 17,
at Kulrn's Park.

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GEHUAN

Chleagoer Arbelter Zeitxing, May 28, 1880.

THE UNITED SINGERS AND THEIR FESTIVAL

Next Sunday, May 30th, the United Singing Societies *» Internet ionale»» Social-
ist Liedertafel of the Soirthside, »»Liedertafel Lassalle^ and **Socialist Men^s
Chorus of the Norths ide** will hold a popular singing Festival in Ogden*s
Grove •

One hundred and twenty singers are participating and the singing as well as
the musical part of the program, prcanises to be very entertaining* As *^ymn".
Von Burros •'Association Salute** was selected, a mass chorus of imposing ef-
fect* Besides four other pieces, one of each of the participating associa-
tions will be produced*

String and Janitschary music will be furnished by F. Hofftnann^s well known
••Exposition Band*"

The concert starts at 1 o* clock*

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Chicag;oer Arbeiter Zeitunn^ yay 17, 1500.

KARUGAPcI LISDERTAFEL ;

This Sin^^in^ Society heViri:: been started scarcely three ncnths ajo, ncvf has '
a membership cf 70 end held its first ccncert end Ball in Lcchner's Thalia ^j
Hall, 636 Milwaukee Avenue, yesterday. This ycun- and very active society, |n
to which Licst all of Haru^ej-i Lodges in Chicago sent tneir contingents, coji -
alreody produce very capably, as the execution cf the beautiful pro :r8.Tn cf
iDst eveninr, proved.

in the ^Chair of the /j-nourors" from ^Ta^ner' s "Hiev;zi'* the singers showed
remarkable talent end aptitude*

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Deutsches Theater (Serman Theatre)

The public is always expecting something new which should not cost much;
therefore the manager of the German Theatre welcomed the voluntary offer of Hans
Balatka, director of the "Lieder Kranz Singing Society" to "bring to the stage a
musical performance. ••Die Regiment stochter** (The Daughter of the Regiment)
was the play on this occasion* The result was, that the house was almost sold
out, and the audience was pleased with the production as well as to listen to
Donizetti's beautiful melodies. The story is simple. A small child has been
found aunong the corpses on a battlefield and adopted as ••Marie, the daughter of
the Regiment.** The "old Sergant Pulprice^^ was especially interested in her
whom he rears in a military manner and later installed as a camp-worker at
the moment when the young tenant-farmer Antione Vallee attracted to her, and
in love with her, gave his allegiance to the flag, thereby hoping to win her
hand* The news spreads that Marie is the niece of the Uarchesa Helene Magg-
iovogllo* She is obliged to go to her aunt's castle, while the 2nd regiment
with the disconsolate Antione left for the battlefield*

Marie, is just ahout to marry an \ininteresting count( for she has been told

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Chicagoer Artelter Zeltung> October 20th, 1879,

that Antione has lost his life on the hattle field) vAien the 2nd regiment with
Antione (promoted for his courage to the rank of an officer) appeared, and into
whose arms the child of the regiment* flew.

Touchingly, the Marchesa Maggiovoglio gave her consent and "blessings.
The heroes of the evening were Miss Wassermann and Mr. Heinemann, Mr. Roden'berg
did rather well, as the peasant lover, Antione Vallee, hut in contract to that,
we have to mention Mr. Scherer^s exquisite acting, as Fulprice. Mrs. Scholz-
Rademacher acted the part of the Marchesa.

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Illinois Staats-Zeltung, Aug. 22, 1879.

TKS CHICAGO SONG FESTIVAL IN 1881
Meeting of Various Clubs

The first meeting preparatory to the song festival to be given in Chicago in
1881 was held yesterday evening in Wilhelm V/enzel*s hall^ Randolph and
L€i3alle Street s» Delegates of local clubs which participated in the Cincinnati
song festival were present, and attended to the preliminary work#

The delegates, and the clubs they represent, are as follows: Philip Mass, S
and Falter, of the Liederkranz Eintracht; Theodor Arnold, Franz Araberg, and ^-
Oscar Schmidt, of the Orpheus Maennerchor; Philip Koehler, and L. Tanner, of
the Harugari Maennerchor; Emil Hoechster, Philip Henne, and !• C. Huclc, of
the Germania Maennerchor*

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The delegates were very enthusiastic and were convinced that the festival to

be given here will be highly successful, because of the fact that Chicagoans \i

in general like music*

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Aug. 22, 1879.

The procedure of the meeting was businesslike, and the delegates promptly
formed an organization, electing the follov/ing officials:

Festival president: L* C. Huck ^

Festival conductor: Hans Balatka 5

Festival secretary: Oscar Schmidt ^

Festival treasurer: Philip Maas .£J

It was decided to appeal to all the German singing societies to become af- '_^
filiated, and the secretary ivas requested to write to them.

This, then, represents the starting; point of the great song festival to be
given in 1881. Chicago is honor-bound to make the coming festival the greatest
event of its kind« But this requires more than mere effort on the part of the
festival directorate; all members of our local song clubs must co-operate, and,
later, the businessmen of the city, as well as the public in general, must do
their share.

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Illinois Staats-Zeitunf;> Aug* 22, 1879 •
If such :inity is lacking, success cannot be expected*

GERMM

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I £ . Chlcagoer Arbeiter i^eit^ing, Vi'ed. June 18, 1879.

Ringers nTTiiiiTioN/

All the members of the Song Societies: "Liedertafel vorwarts",
"North Chicago Liale Chorus", "Schiller Liedertafel" , "Liedertafel La
Salle" "The bocialist Male Chorus", "Male Chorus Sutopia" and the
Westside Male Chorus" are requested to be present at the last rehearsal,
to take place ihursaay, June 19th, at Orpheus Hall No. 70 ^nest Lake
Street. The celebration of the -Anniversary of the jroundation, of the
Furniture Worker's Union will take place June 22d at Ogden's Grove.

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GERMAN

Illinois Staats-Zeitungs June 11, 1879*

TO cmcno^ATi

Members of Chicago singing societies were quite excited yesterday Repre-
sentatives of our Chicago singers were to be sent to Cincinnati... .where ^
several thousand Germans will appear in a great song festival. Some Milwaukee 2
singers arrived in Chicago yesterday, among them forty-five members of the p:
male chorus of the Milwaukee Musik Verein. They are on their way to Cincin- rj
nati«»#»The Milwaukee singers left for Cincinnati yesterday evening, accompan-
ied by the Liederkranz Eintracht.

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The three clubs — Germania, Orpheus, and Harugari Maennerchor — occupied several §

coaches on the fast train of the Illinois Central, which left Chicago at eight
o'clock last evening. The Harugari Maennerchor did its share in providing a
festive appearance, although the club did not send many members to the song
festival. The members of the Harugari Maennerchor met at Taeubert's Hall, at the
comer of Twelfth Street and Third Avenue, at five o'clock, and then marched, with
banners flying, to the music of a brass band toward Lake and Clinton Streets, to
meet the members of the Orpheus at their hall and accompany them to the railroad
station*

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, June 11, 1879 ♦

On the way the singers stopped at the Illinois Staats-Zeitung Building to
serenade the mouthpiece of the Chicago Germans^ The band played *T)ie Wacht
Am Rhein" and other melodies Germans like. Finally the singers saluted emd
greeted with a cheer the staff of the Illinois Staats^Zeitung^ who gathered at
the windows and waved farewell to the crowd.

The Harugari club members wore wide-brimmed gray hats and gray dusters. Their
president, Philipp Koehler, was dressed likewise, with a broad, blue and white
sash as his insignia*

The uniforms of the members of the Orpheus Society were similair. After taking
a i)arting drink at the hall of the Orpheus Society the parade proceeded with
music and banners to the Illinois Railroad station, where the members of the
Germania Club greeted them.....

The Germania members met at their hall at seven o^ clock; all of them wore white
hats with a black brim, and a blue "beer ribbon" with the inscription," Germania

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Illinois Staats-Zeitun/?, June 11, 1879 •

Haennerchor*** At half past seven o'clock the nembers of the Gemania L!aenner-
chor inarched to the station, with the banner bearer leading the parade. The
bridge tender at Clark Street had a heart and did not hold up the parade.
Soon after they arrived at the station, the marchers began to display the fest-
ive spirit, so that even a few sedate American traveling men exclaimed, **Those
Germans are fine chapsl** The women were likewise well represented, giving good
advice to their departing spouses. The departure was by no means a sad affair
and... •it was only.. ..regrettable that we could not join them....

Germania Male Chorus

First tenor: G\istav Blothardt....^ight names, altogether^. Second tenor:

T. H. Arnold.... /eight names, altogether7« First bass: Eduard Carqueville....

^ight names ,altoeetli£^» Second bass: Carl Bremer ^ine names, altogethe^.

Furthermore, the president, Louis Huck, and of course, the chorus conductor,
Hq^ns Balatka were there; and a considerable number of nonparticipating members.

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miiiois Staats-Zeitung, June 11, 187 9 •

Orpheus

First tenor: Gergard Huessen#...^ine nanies, altogether/* Second tenor:
T. Arnold* . • .^ight names, altogether/* First bass: H, G. Beseler..*.
/nine names, altogether/. Second bass: F. Horn.... /six naraes, altogether/.
Also present were Conductor Gustav Ehrhom and a large number of nonperticipat-
ing members.

Liederkranz liintracht

First tenor: P. pastier •.../Four names in all/*. Second tenor: E. Hoos....
/three names, alto£:ethOT/. First bass: P. Maas....Aiiree names, altogether/*
Second bass: A. Blettner.... Altogether, five names/. These with their con-
ductor, B. L. Roos, were present.

Harugari Maennerchor

Philipp Koehler. 4^.. Altogether fourteen names/.

More than one hundred nonparticipating members of the clubs and friends went to

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung. J\ine 11, 1879 •

Cincinnati yesterday, and another large number are expected to leave this
morning*

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Illinois Staats^Zeltung, Mar. 17, 1879.

THE BENEFIT CONCERT iPO?. THE DEUTSCHE GESELLSCMFT

"Benevolence has rewards of its ownJ " That became apparent to more than a ^

thousand persons who visited McVi cker * s Theater yesterday to help bolster ^

the funds of the Deutsche Gesellschaft (German Society) so that its charita- >4^

ble work may continue uninterruptedly, and, incidentally, to enjoy a musical 3o

treat. 2

The benefit concert of the Deutsche Gesellschaft proved to be a carefully
arranged affair; it was a credit to all concerned and gave concrete evidence
that the German philanthropical trait is still strong. A well-filled house,
with only the uppermost gallery being sparsely occupied, indicated that the
receipts are destined to add considerably to the coffers of the Society.

The concert In itself was a highly satisfactory presentation.

To be technically critical concerning the attainments of the various performers

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Illinois Staats->Zeltung, Mar. 17, 1879 •

would be unfair. The entertainment was given in the name of benevolence and
the audience patronized it in the same spirit. However, if any of the collabo- ^_
rators are entitled to especial mention, then this honor deservedly belongs ^
to Mrs. Clara Hauk, as her charming renditions made us wish to hear her often. ^
This ingratiating singer should heed the admonition of the Sermon on the Mount: ^
••Hide not thy light under a bushel, •• and benefit a music-loving world accord-
ingly. Neither must we forget Mrs. Koelling; she sang splendidly and shared
the triumphs of the evening with Mrs. Hauk.

Mr. Kellner and Mr. Kbss likewise evoked prolonged applause, and the offerings
of the Germania Male Chorus left little to be desired.

A ••Romance, •• composed by Mr. Kellner, was a very difficult number; being
written for a quarted, with organ and piano accompaniment. The selection
called forth genuine applause.

After the concert Gumbeat*s delightful musical comedy "The Love Potion'* was

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presented and therein Messrs, Geo, Schleiffarth, Jonas, iJrs. Jchleiffarth,

Itiiss Herder, and ivliss Rosenthal vied with each other in regaling the %

audience, ^

Carl Koelling, who performed the difficult task of rehearsing the musical ^

portion of the program, and ]^. Schleiffarth, who functioned as stage director, S

are deserving of particular recognition for their endeavors. The success of £

the entertainment constitutes, in itself, their adequate reward, ^

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Chlcagoer .rtrbeiter i^eitung. May 14, 1879.
[k BENEFIT PERFOBiAlTCE/

A concert and Ball, arranged by the Song-Societies, Fidelia, North-
Chicago Eale Chorus, Rothiaanner-Lisderkranz, iJingers section of the
Schviaben Society and llolfing Society; for the benefit of their
conductor Heinrich V. Oppen, will take place Saturday, May 17th,
1879 at Lluller^s Hall, corner North Avenue and Sedgwick Street.

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"^urahalle Vorv^rts, l-th 3t.

GKRIvlAJv

rn-e:chibiticn, vith son^s^ concert and tableau. Trie Society ^♦Eintracht
Liederkranz'^ will participate Tor thu benei*it of the l\irner^s teaclier,
John Cloy»

The entertainment is scheduled ror Junciay, I'.ay 4th, 1879.

progra:-:
part 1

1. Overture, Ira Diavolo, Orchestra ;.uber j^

Z. i.in rraun-Tableau periorined by 40 pupils or t.ie Turner Jcnool.

(a dream)

3. Des :.urner*3 'Jru >s-Proloi^ spoken by ::rs. C. 'lauser

(The Turner's Jalute)

4. Exercises with music accoir^paniment by ^;4 pupils or day class 1.

5. pyramidenbau

(Duil-^inc or the Pyraiiiid) Perforrriea by 24 oupils or the day cImss

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6. Schoner Hhein, Vater Hiiein

(BeauLii'ul Hhein, j'-ither I-.hein) H. Loser

Song by -lintracht Liederkranz

7. Le Petit rue orchestra

8. In the High North Tableau 7:'

9» Turnen a.T; Trapez ^-

(Turners Trapez r^xercises) Peri'orned by /ilbion Brothers

Part 2 <

10. Turnen am Keck - peri*orned by the 1 i-.iece glbs T.V. Vor'.varts

11, iaatelubun^en vith nu3ic ac -omp.

(T-irn -xorcises) by £0 ci^Is of the Turn, school
lU. Cornet .Jolo perToiTier Jchobs, Jr.

13. Keulenschivingen with music accoinp.

(ii^xercises v;ith clubs) Perfo-med by 16 lurn pupils or the- eveninr; class

14. Jchv;ekr^i^^en mit i^'reinbungen d.er hochsten Jtufe

(Jwinging exercises) Perror. lea by 12 turners of the Turn 3ociety '^Yor-
worts"

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Chicagoer .-O'beiter Zeituag, i:ay 2 ^ 1879 .

15. Turnen an Baaren mit ichlusstableau

(Exercises on the bar) i^erforraed by the ..lege of the 'rurn Society
^•Vor//arts"

16. Der 'Jaiojnann, Jons ^7 Luller

Song by the Siatracht Liederkranz Chorus

17. Keulenschv/ingen der Hochsten Jtufe

(Exercises v;ith clubs) perromed by i'urner with Poller

18. Tableau

fter v;hich a Ball follcv/s.

Adni.:3ion 35 cents per person.

GEHlfAN

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IV Illinois Staata-Zaitung. Dec. 5, I876. *?/* (iil ■ PRuj JiJ.

FS3)ELIA SINGER CLUB CONCERT.

Tha Fidelia Club last night celebrated its fourth anniversary. The Choir
sang "La Soonabula'* by Bellini and the "Evening Song" by V. Nessler. The
Male Choir was a credit to its conductor, Mr. Heinrich von Oppen.

The dramatic section of the club presented the comedy, •*! Am the Physician, *•
or •^Castor and Pollux.** The best families of the North Side attended the
festivities^

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GERK'AN

4 Germania Club, May II, 1876

(MANUSCRIPT - SCRAP BOOK) \-/'"''^'A

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Dea,r Sir: The Germania Male Choir having resolved to participate at the
singing festival in Peoria on June 21, 22 and 23 it has become necessary to
collect means, so that the Club Tvill appear in Peoria worthy of its name.
He have therefore decided to give a big concert in connection with a theatre
representation and subsequent ball in the North Side Turn Hall. The Turn Hall
has been rented for Sunday, June 11, and the participation of first rate artists
both in the, theatre and in the concert has been assured. In order to draw up
a definite program a meeting of all corjnittee members has been set for Monday
May 13 at 5 P:K, and you are hereby invited to be present at it (in the back
room of the restaurant of H. Kenkel, 85 Dearborn Street).

Signed: C. Keil, Secretary

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Theatrical Committee

H* Kenkel, E, Hochster
M. Priedlander, W. Ploto
J. ?• Hand

Refreshments Committee

Ihisic Committee

0, Schraoll, W. Kellner
John Molter, J. Bauer
Ph. H. Mathei, 1^. Dyck

Press Committee

H. Kastler
Os. Bluthart
A. Lathemeyer

ReceT)tion & Dance Committee Finance Committee

Conrad Seipp 0. C. Ludwig
P. Shoenhofen &• Fritz sch
&• Christman P. Wolf
Ph. Barthelomae P* Elich

A. Claussenius, M. Petrie H, Greenehaum
G. Christman L. Uhlendorf H. Claussenius
H. KLeinofen Geo. Schneider

August Beck and
William Seipp

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GERMAN

DerJTesten, Feb. 6, I876.

MR. VON BULO^V'S FOURTH CONCERT.

The audience at yesterday afternoon's concert witnessed an unexpected sen-
sation. Mr* Von Bulow revealed hot only his art as a pianist ^ but also his
nature as a many unafraid of being rude and vulgar. Shortly after 2 o'clock
he appeared at the piano and asked the audience for permission to make a
few remarks. Ke first theinked the Americans for their wonderful reception,
but added that he could not say the same about his compatriots, the *'Dutch'*
(Mr. Bulow's own expression). They had criticized his program because it
was too classical and had advised him to play, rather, "Home, Sweet Home",
"Last Rose of Summer" or "Yankee Doodle". He thanked them for the suggestions
and said that he would comply with it. He thereupon played the
Marseillaise with great fury, as if he had been the avenging Gallic nation.

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Illinois Staats Zeitun^p-. J';nuary 2^th, 1^76.

THE HARUGAHI MALE CHORUS OF (HICAOO.

A m^^eting of the "brothf^rs of this order was heir' of the evening of January 23rd,
with the iDurpose of the founding of a Son^-Society.

After the President explained tne T)urr)Ose of th<^ meeting, the election o"" the
following officials for the -^irst year took Dlace: Presir'f nt: PhiliT)T) Kohler; X^ice
President: Jonn Siebena"ber; Secretary: Louis Gnth^nann; Secretary of finances: "Ernest
Bohm; Treasurer: H. Finke; Recorder: John Gamboni; Conductor: Mr. Ehrhorn,

The Secretary was requested to notify all the Sist'^^^r Lodges, o^ the establishment of
tnis new Society with an exte ded invitation to its members to join the Society.
The Secretary should also request the publisher of the "Deutsche Eiche" (German Oak)
to publish this discussion of tne Society in his Da^er, which is also the organ
for tne Harugari Ordor. The new song Society will be known under the name of :
Harugari Male Chorus of Chicago,

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IV

Illinois Staats-Zeitun^, Dec, 13, 1875*

TFHi] CEICAGO LIEDERKRAIJZ

The Chicago Liederkranz gave its third concert of the season yesterday, at
the North Side Turner Hall.

Attendance was not as good as usual. ...but a select public appeared, and
some of the excellent performances were given generous applause.

For the opening number of the concert Carl I^ria von V/eber^s '^ Jubilee Over-
txxre'* was selected. This is one of the most important compositions by
?/eber. The nork is inmense in conception and some parts are awe-inspiring
j^Bus/ Balatka*s orchestra did justice to the splendid work and revealed
its beauties in full measure; it followed the composer's ideas closely,
and the performance proved fascinating and elicited hearty applause for the
masterly creation as well as for the excellent musicians.

Ed. Schultze sang in place of Ilr. Leivermann, who was indisposed. Ee selected

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Illinois Staats-Zeitun^, Dec* 13, 1875.

the song '^Der Wanderer'^ by Fesca....one of the outstanding works of that
composer. The melody is very appealing and Llr. Schultze, a distinguished
and well-trained singer, could not fail to make an impression.

Mrs. H. Clair sang a cavatina from Donizetti's "Gemma di Vergy," but, though
she made great efforts, v/as unable to arouse enthusiasm. The lady has a
powerful but not very pleasant voice, and forcing in the upper register
made it even less pleasant. A lack of proper schooling thus became partic-
ularly apparent. Ker rendition could not possibly have been pleasing, but
her efforts were rewarded with weak applause.

The chorus sang Fischer's "Meeresstille und Glueckliche Fahrt" (Quiet Sea
and Safe Journey) ; it was very good. The Liederkranz showed again that it
has very capable members who are able to perform in an outstanding manner.
The selection was applauded.

Miss Balatka replaced Li's. Dong, as the latter could not be present. Lliss

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Dec, 13, 1B75

Balatka sang the "Prayer of Elizabeth," from the opera "Tannhaeuser"* The
melody is not very appealing, but the lady compensated for that by giving
a very pleasant rendition. It became evident that her voice also is of
better quality in the lov;er register, since in the upper register it lacks
pitch. She was rewarded with hearty applause. Miss Balatka was recalled
and sang Abt^s "Bluemchen Am Herz" expressively and with proper sentiment.

The trio from "'7ilhelm Tell," sung by Llessrs. Schultze, VJirtschureck, and
Berechy was excellent. Exactness and precision in time were the outstand-
ing featiires; it v/as loudly applauded and had to be repeated.

For the closing number of the concert the third scene from Y/agner's "Lohen-
grin" was given by the chorus. The latter, as v/ell as the solos, were ex-
cellent, and formed a fitting finale.

The ball at the conclusion of the concert lasted until a late hour.

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IV Per West en (Siinday Edition of Illinois otaats-Zeitung) , Sept. 19, 1875.

DEDICATICN OF THE NEVJ EALL OF THE SEJIEFELDER LIEDEHKRMTZ

The dedicatory ceremonies incident to the opening of the Senef elder Liederkranz's
new hall were held yesterday evening. The former quarters were destroyed by the
Chicago fire. The club secured the two upper floors of V/m. Christ's brick build-
ing, 555 North V/ells Street The singers met at this same location before the

great fire.

A select number of ladies and gentlemen appeared at yesterday's festivities.
The hall was gayly bedecked with garlands, mottoes decorated the i^ftiite walls
and a large picture of the members was mounted opposite the picture of Sennefeld
(sic) ^translator's note: The subsequent text leads one to believe that Aloys
Senef elder is meant, inventor of the lithographic printing process, since the
article says that the club was founded by lithographers. In that case the spelling
would not be correct/^ ^ small stage with an artistically designed curtain forms
the background of the hall.

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IV Per West en (Sunday Edition of Illinois Staats-Zeitung) , Sept. 19, 1875.

For the dedicatory part the "Weihelied" by Schneider was chosen, and it was sung
in an imposing manner by the club under the leadership of Emil Hein.

Then followed a concert selection, played by ii^^essrs. Oberraann and DeClerque.
Then Jacob Becker, president of the club, appeared on the stage and addressed the
assembly as follows:

'^lembers of the Senef elder Liederkranz; ily Friends: I cannot refrain, on this
evening, from expressing my good vdshes for this occasion — the dedication of our
new hall. This very place, gentlemen, is associated with dear memories. Here our
club was founded by a few lithographers and lithographic printers, seven years ago,
(today only two of the members of that period are still with us), and our association
expanded rapidly. Here also the club lost its possessions in the all-consuming fire
of 1871. The members dispersed to all parts of the city — but that did not discourage
us — v;e worked with renewed vigor; our musical performances proved highly successful,
and today, gentlemen, our club meets again ..•. greater than ever.

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IV Per V/esten (Sunday Edition of Illinois Staats-Zeitung ) , Sept. 19, 1875.

We have forty active, and an equal number of nonactive members. Unity and love
for the cause let us reach the goal and, by practicing economy, we were able to
furnish this hall in an appropriate manner. Although all have done their share,
we are particularly indebted to our director, Emil Rein, whose ceaseless efforts
have been devoted to the club for the last six years. iOid though we have achieved
much, we cannot remain inactive now. Let us, therefore, resolve on this evening
to work with renewed energy in the interests of music and strive toward perfection.
Let us all be sta\inch; 1^ this new singers' hall, also, be a focal point for our
families vrtiere the bond of brotherhood will be strengthened. .. .so that German
concord and affection.. ..may develop into a fitting memorial in the futurel**

At the conclusion of the speech. Director Rein called for three cheers for Mr.
Becker, which the members of the audience were unanimous in giving.

Thereupon a double chorus sang "Trinksprueche'' by Rochlitz; a solo quartet from
the "Nibelungen" by Dom followed, and the entire club sang "V/acht AUf, Ihr Lieder"
by Zwingli and others.

' : W.P.A.

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IV Per Y/esten (Sunday Edition of Illinois Staats-Zeitung), Sept. 19, 1875.

Dancing started at ten o'clock and lasted nntil midnight. It was a veiry pleasant
affair. ... in every respect

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Germania Club Scrapbook, July 5, 1872

(MANUSCRIPT) LETTER TO THE EDITOR WrA (?lit)P^-'
OP THE ••PREIE PRESSE"

In an issue of January of one of the local papers I found a notice reporting
the election of Mr. Otto Lob as Director of the Germania and Concordia Male
Choir» This was erroneous, because, though among other names also that of Mr*
Lob had been mentioned, Mr» Julius Puchs was almost unanimously elected*

•••While I attended the inging festival at St* Louis I read some notices of
which the following may be regarded as a fair sample* Yesterday we had the
pleasure of a visit of Mr. Lob, Director of all singing societies of Chicago,
to our office". How many or how few clubs Mr* Lob directs I do not know, but
aside from the Germania and Concordia l/iale Choir, I could easily enumerate
at least a dozen other singing societies of which Ur. Lob is not director*

• ••It might be observed that Mr* Julius Puchs has directed our Club with
extraoMinary devotion, and if a unanimous re-election is any sign of
appreciation of merit, then Mr. Pijchs has received such a sign at the business

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Germanla Cl\ib Scrapbook, July 5, 1872

meeting on July 3rd - even though, through still another war, the Illinois
Staats-Zeitung, presents to the puliic a Mr. Matthieu (7?) as director.

Signed:

A Member of the Germania and

Concordia Male Choir.

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I B 1 Illinuis dtaats Zaltujag, iJar. JL, 1872,

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Yesterday the dedication of the new hall of the Orpheus took place in

presence of a select audience. An orchestra consisting of the best $

artists of Chicago gave a brilliant rendition of Beethoven's "Prometheus'* •••

and then Louis Meyer, president of the Orpheus, introduced the speaker of

the evening, A. C. Hesing, {l&r. Hesing who, being known to you all most

advantageously, needs no further recommendation from me.)

Mr* Hesing said, ••Though art is not my field, I yet gladly follow the in-
vitation of the Orpheus, because it is a noble German cause that shall
be served* And a newcomer in German-American singing circles I am not!
Thirty-one years ago, in Cincinnati, the city I then called home, I helped
to found the first German singing society, the Cincinnati Liederkranz,
which at the same time was the first Germaji social society in Cincinnati.

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Illinois Staats Zeitunpit March 21, 18? 2.

Splendidly, since then, with the power of American Germandom there has
developed German organized singing*

As you know I have thrown the gauntlet to the Temperance movement, with
the same utter disregard with which I have opposed the question of the
fire limits the nativistic money ba^s - and that in the American camp
itself* In order to gain this neu aim, however, all Germans in Chicago
must collaborate like one* Shame on every German, who tries to disturb
this unity*

'<76 are called to ennoble, through our German attributes in a social as
well as in a political respect, the whole life and being of our new
fatherland*

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Illinois Staats Zaitung^ March 21, l872.

By defending our good right we at the same time render a great service
to this country and its future.,. ••• ..The name Orpheus comes from the
Greek singer whose voice tamed even the wildest beasts. Our Orpheus shall
contribute through its work to the taming of two beasts whom we are
challenging with firm resolution, namely, the beast, Knownothingism, and the
beast, Temperancel The speaker frequently was interrupted by plaudits
and closed amidst a storm of approbation.*.*.

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IV IllJQois ;:>taats ZieJLunc, i^oveniDer l>i, 1871 •

Otto Lol) has "been chosen director of the Germania-Concordia Singing Society,
and as he is already director of the "Orpheus" and of the Swiss Male Singing
Choir, all "Chicago Singing Societies, in a way, have been united. Added to
this many members of the Liederkrantz now want to join the Germania-Concordia,
so that the union of all Germans so far as the singers are concerned will
become a fact. We hope that it will bear sorely needed fruit this winter.. ••
As we will have to depend on our own entertainment resources entirely, a
provisory hall should quickly be built on the 77est Side...

^e rejoice that Mr. Lob's achievements meet also outside the city with ever-
growing recognition. A few months ago the "Abendlied" choir and echo quartet
by Otto Lob was not only produced by the Viennese Singing Society (which
occupies first rank in the .7orld of song and on stormy demand was repeated.

Also, the other day, two mixed choirs by Otto Lob were sung by the Belleville
Philharmonic Society.

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Illinois Staats^Zeitvmg, Novem'ber 12, 1871 ^'' ^b>

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The Choral Society in Washington, of which Mr, Otto Lob is an honorary member,
has taken such interest in him, that it sent a number to Chicago, exclusively
in order to look after, and, if necessary, to help him. The delegate, did,
it is true, not succeed in finding Mr» Lob, but •bne sees the love" anyway.
The "Choral Society" made ?600, for the Chicago Singing Societies through a
concert •

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The recitsLL of the'lCaiser Marsch'' by Wa^er in the Sunday concert of the Great
Western Light Chiard was a musical event, and the Turn Hall was unusually well
filled. At any rate, Chicago is, aside from New York, the only city in the
United States where the newest composition hy Wagner so far has been played in
public* The opinions about the musical value of the piece are strongly divergent -
consonant with the opinions each listener had formed previously about Wagner* s
music.

•••As the Wagner compositions advance by more frequent hearing, a repetition
of the Kaiser March next Sunday is to be highly desired from the point of view
of art education*

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GERJ^AN

Germania Club Scrapbook, July 1, 1871. ^^^ (;1J^/ ^kj; riX/.^

LAWS AND BY-LAWS OP THE GEHMANIA MLE CHOIH.

!• The name of the club^ founded on July 1, 1871, is Germania Male Choir.

2. The aim of the club is: To further German singing thro\igh study and
recital of selected pieces of music, and to further social life.

10. The director shall be elected by the active members at the anntial general
assembly. In case of a vacancy, the position snail be filled at an extra-
ordinary meeting. The director cannot be a member of the club.

13. The genf^ral assembly takes place annually in the first week of April.

14. Business meetings take place in the first week of the months of July,
October, and January. At each meeting the presence of thirty members is
required for a quorum.

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Germania Club Scrapbook^ July 1, 1871,

BY-LAWS.

2« The entrauice fee is fixed at $15 for passive, and $5 for active members.

3» The annual membership fee has been fixed at $18, and shall be paid

q\iarterly in advance. The officials of the club have the right to remit
for unpropertled members, entrance fee and membership contributions in
part or in whole.

18. These by-laws can be changed at any regular business meeting by a two-
third majority.

Chicago, January 14, 1875.

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Illinois otagts Zc^ituii^, Jun^ <j4, 1871.

^.70 G"::^!^!!: ciion'^J. 3cci':m::3 to i.u:;rg27

The unificr.tion of tne "Germ^jiia** ancl"Concoroia" is nov/ an accomoolished fret.
On Thursday (June 22nd,) the Concordia a^^^roved at its general meeting the
unification anc last ni;:rnt,(June 2'^vd. ^) the "Gf^rmnnia" did liknwise.

JFow a meeting will m^ve to "be called in ord ^r to elect a ■oresi^'^ent etc. of the
new association "Gerrnania and Concorr^ia."

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\-^^i.Vl^'; GEHMAN

Illinois Staats 3eitun{^, May 3, 1871 •

/0?JII2[J3 30CILTY aiTJ3 A GONCi]!^

The Singing Society Orpheus gave its seventh Mg concert, Saturday, in the
great hall of the German House* An unusual audience came together for it,
almost all unknown faces from the North Side, The Orpheus can be proud to
be able to draw the ^est Side in such great numbers to any place where it
goes* Even the gallery was densely filled. In so far as the female choir
appeared for the first time in public, this concert marks a new high point in
the history of this society. The ladies sang "Auf dem Ehein" very laudably*
The male choir sang "Heda, Wein her" quite excellently. Herr Schwartz did
very well in a duet with Herr Schnadig, but had in "Des Sangers Fluch" a task
that is thankless even for more highly trained artists. And again we ask for
better articulation! The overture "Dichter und Bauer" executed on the guitar
by Mesdames Ettlinger and Conrad, received stormy apDlause. Miss Carry Gold-
sticker did pretty well with a song. Under the direction of Otto Lob, the
society constantly progresses in a gratifying way.

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ILLIHOIS STAiLTS ZglTOTG, April 2Uth, Igjl*

'▲ Oeman Opera House*

*K>ht that this headline coold be used for an article a1)aut the completion of a Gema
Opera Houset .••• I*rom the Geman viewpoint a great German Opera House, a center for
German art, is desirable* 7rom the artistic viewpoint it is necessary and from the
Capitalist point of view it wotild certainly he good, profitable business*

The ^Orpheus" is deliberating a long time about building on the West Side an im-
pressive German house* The Concordia and Germania choruses for men have paid in the l\
short time of three months an amount of rent to the opera which, if capitalized,
would alone amount to half the sum a representative building mig^t cost* We are
convinced that no single institute especially neither the German House nor any of
the Tumhallen, would suffer, and that a German Opera House could prosper* On
Stmdays we mi^t have a German Theater by a good company* In Spring and Tall, the big
entertainments of the larger associations that appeal to the general public aside
from opera and concerts, ftirthermore, German masr meetings* And what should prevent
us from taking in also the Americans? Those with outside affairs would be happy to
be able to have on occasion, another place to go than just the opera* Has not the

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GERMAN

"Concordia* in Baltimore become a favorite meeting place of the AmericansT Why
should not Theodor Thomas he ahle to play just as well in a German Opera House as in
Farwell HallT We do not think that the good will is lacking, hut the courage, only
a small hit of Tankee spirit.

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Illinois Staats^^Zeltmig, Jan. 24 ^ 1866«

ANIA MffiNNBHCHOR

Last Saturday evening, the Oexnanla Maennerchor gave Its first concert » which ^.
was well attended despite the extremely cold weather, which made transportation ^
difficult* The chorus, which numbers forty members, rendered the various songs ^
under the direction of Its able conductor. Otto Lob, with precision and good
taste, and the audience was very generous with Its applause. It was especially
delighted with **Fruehllng Ohn* Ende,** by 0. Relnecke, and with the sailors
chorus from ** Afrikaner In,** by 0« Itoyerbeer. The chorus has vei^y good talent and
will fill a long-felt need for music by a good male chorus, providing the members
are faithful In attending rehearsals* Otto Lob, who also directs the Fidelia
Choral Society, will begrudge neither time nor patience In his endeavor to raise
the standard of the chorus so that It will conipare favorably with similar organi-
zations In New Tork, Baltimore, and Philadelphia* We hope that he will be
successful, and we shall follow the progressive development of the Germanla
Maennerchor with great Interest and satisfaction*

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COLOSSAL MONUUENTS

The German modern plastic art was the suhject of a lecture, given "by Prof-
essor Paul Clemen last night to the Germanistic Society at the ASrt Institute.
It was the last lecture of Professor Clemen, who will soon return to Bonn
(Germany) , where he is a university teacher.

Professor Clemen descrihed, how German plastic art like German art painting
made enormous progress during the last 20 years. A new direction, developing
colossal monuments, has penetrated German -olastic art. These large monuments'
remind us of the ancient sculptures in Rome and Greece.

The founder of this new plastic art is Prof. Bruno Schnitz, who made the
colossal monuments at the Porta Westfalica, the Kyffhauser monument and the
Kaiser Monument near Cohlenz. Another enormous monument will he the group
of giant statues, memorizing the hattle near Leipzig.

The latest type of this monumental art is the Bismarck statue, made hy Professor
Hugo Lederer at the mouth of the Elbe River.

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Al>endpost, Deceml^er 29« 1906.

TDEHERS WILL GIVE BUST OP JAHN

The offer of the Turner District Chicago to give to the School, that carries
the name of the Turn-Father Friedrich Ludwig Jahn, a bust or a painting of
the founder of Turning (Gymnastics) , was acceiDted. In the name of the Turner
District, that includes 26 Clubs, Dr. Richard Bachhnsen appeared before the
Committee for Real Estate that accepted the offer ahd transferred it to the
Committee for educational affairs. A committee of fiv^e will be nominated to
decide whether a bust or a picture of Jahn is to be preferred^ As there is
considered an offer of the Jefferson Club, to T)resent for the Altgeld School
a picture of the former Governor, this Committee will also tend to this
affair.

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AbendT)08t, November 30th, 1898.

LECTURES ON GOETHE'S PAUST.

Professor A. !• Ahlers, of the Colorado College will hold a series of lectures
about the legend of Faust and Goethe's "Paust." The Germania Men's Choir is
sponsoring these lectures, of which the first one will be held to-night at
their hall*

Non-members are also welcome. T ey can obtain tickets from the secretary
of the club.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) ,

Nov. 4, 1934#

BENEFIT ESRFOHUANCS IN THE CHRIST CHURCH

The young men's club of the First Evangelical Luthercui Bethlehem Church

on Paulina and McReynolds Streets is planning a benefit for Wednesday, ^

November 7, at 8 P.M., in the community hall of Evangelical Lutheran

Christ Church, North Long Avenue and Le Hoyne Street. It will offer the

stage play, *»V/here's Grandma'*. The performance is under the supervision

of Teacher W. F. Kolzow of the Bethlehem School. Professor 0. F. Rusch of ^

the Concordia Teachers' Seminary in River Forest, 111. will make a brief

speech. Besides, the quartet of the Luther Institute will play a few songs.

The performance is to be given for the benefit of the high school of the
Luther Institute, 120 North Wood Street. It will be staged by the Ladies'
Aid Society of the Luther Institute.

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Before a large audience in a South Side ballroom, the social committee of the
Deutsche Vereiniguncen produced the operetta "V/inzerliesel". The actors are
members of the Geiinan Literary and Dramatic Club of Gary, Indiana. Dr. E. Ksonm ^
is chairman. The orchestra was that of Heinhard Elster of Hammond, Indiana. ^

As the last strains of the pa?elude died av/ay the curtain rose, and the visitors ^
were amazed at the transformation of the stage Tvhich was filled with performers ^
of both sexes di^ssed in the costume of vintagers and capering about in a gay S
dance. Standing on a chair in the center of the stage was John Stang, who ^3
enacted the role of Nepomak Liebespinsel. He played his part excellently, to !^
the amusement of the audience. The character of Father V/emer, a pleasant old ^^
vintager, was well portrayed by 2mst V/einert. It vjas the clear bell-like
voice of Friedel Kuhr which interrupted the gayety of the vintagers. The Countess
von Stein was charmingly presented by Helen Spath. Her son, Count Walter, as
portrayed by Dr. E. Kamm, pleased the audience very much. In the second act,

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after Nepomnk Liebespinsel had become engaged to the chamber maid, Enphrosine
Bluetenschnee, played by Else Friedrich, it seemed that the applause would
never cease. The players responded to seveiBl encores with repetitions of the
scene.

Mr* Richard Nacke was manager of the operetta. The Deutsche Vereinigungen will
continue its attempts to provide more such evenings for the Germans of the
South Side.

Henriette von Raden, the niece of the Countess von Stein, was played by Maria F^

Huegel. Robert Schnck gave a capable performance as secretary to the Count Z^

and John Dreiser* s characterization of Mike, the vintager, must also be com- S

mended. The audience remained several hours after the end of the performance 2
to enjoy the dancing.

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GERMAN

Abendpost, Dec. 5, 1932 •

EVENING OF ENTERTAIMiBlNrr

Grood Attendance of a Show of the South Side
Organization in the South Side Ballroom

The twelve Grerraan Societies of the South Side, united into a working community,
all gathered last night at the South Side Ballroom, 302 u'est 47th Street.
They spent a few pleasant hours with their countrymen, with tv/o gay and enter-
taining dramatic shows and one moving picture.

The entire show, excepting the film, was in the field of humor, having been
made after Voss' novel '^Zwei Menschen". There was hearty laughter. Also
given were the original couplets of the humorist, Georg Denhofer, and the two
one-act dramas "BrLaesst Nicht Locker" (He does Not Let Go) and "Tante Lotte**.

The public gathered in such large numbers before the show began that there
were scarcely any chairs left» Uusic was furnished by the '^Hungry Five**,

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v;liO Iznovi ho-/; to crsato "oror>er moods b^'- ^ola^in^: rariilir.r tunes iron, ho.'ne,
as thG7 -^- vvont to do. All this v;as sup^^le.'.onted bv th.e conic actor,
Ct^otz Deniiofor, v;ith his hinorous daclanations. The ^''jrfor'Urs vjsre
accoTipanied on the piano b:' the director of the -:outh '?dde .3aen,2*erbund,
jLeLTiuth 3teinmetz, The plavers in the tv/o dramas r^ave a vivid perforrrance
and soinewhat bashful iati.iacios, v/hich evoked salvos of applause from the
audience. The ladies* parts .;ere taken, for the first one-act, by Therese
Predel, jmina i.ollaritsch, and k'arv Jaeger an.i the :ien*s roles by -Sa-i Gsic^er,
Joe ICamerer, and 'lichael Lipp. '^ov the second one-act piece, "Tante Lotte",
>a Amdt, Joe .-alter, and :ichael D-eiger shared the honors*

The entertain:nant ended vith the sho-.;inc of the fil:i " >;ei '.'.enschen'' of the
7oreif:n Talkin?^ Picture CJo /nan^'' which v;as br urrht from the 3outh Jide by
;.. Teuter.

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The editor *of the 3onntap;post received t:ie follo-.rin.^ announcensnt from llr.
R. 0. Scheunenaim:

The O-^riTian .vTtistF? Thrr-itre Corporation of .JUBrica vvill erect theaters in all I

cities V7ith a large Canaan colony. The Tint of these theatres vjill be opened f

Septeiber, 19.50 in Chica.^o. At this thoatre daily performances of German ►•

operettas, dramas, comedies, and imported Grrman talkies ;;ill bi shovm.
Prominent German actors v;ill be enca-r^ed and ther: "ill bs f^ix^en also n:uest
perfor::i:inces of celebrities such as /Alexander Moissi.

The latest tailzie of the vrell .cnovm U 7 J. (lerraan I'irm-Corooration, and \

Tobiss and Klanr: films vrill ba sho:m at the premiere of this theatre, 'Phe
public i7ill be inforiied of the different :)erforLiance3 by means of modern
theatrical adverLisemonts.

The 'German .-J^tists Theatre Gor oration of .^merica -rill be incor->orated to.

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place Oerioan theatres upon an /jn^rican business basis, -liich has been tried
and found succe:r,ful overy.There* The capital v;ill be :;ilOO,000, divided in
10,000 original shares of ^10 each. These shares are offered at present to
the G-eman-.imerican.^ in Cliicag6. After i)50,000 of the shares are sir^ned, a
petition to form a ccrDoration :;ill be submitted, an^l when the corporation
is in force under the lav/s of the 3tatG of Illinois, the subscribers v;ill
b3 notified by nail so that they may tal:e over their nuriber of shares and
deposit the amount due for then, .ifter the deposits are received a gen .ral
meeting 'Till be called at v;hich the shareholders vrill elect the board of
directors of the corporation* The le5:al natt rs of th^ corporation v/ill
be taken care of by the v;ell knovni attorneys .falter '.;. L. Ileyer and Otto G.
Heutner*

To prevent mistakes it is horerit'i specially e.iphasized that the G-orr.ian
Artists Theatre Corporation of America does not intend to create a competing
snt'^rprise against the present "lerrorin theatre of Chicago; on the contrary,

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the succe sful artist and director of thi thcatra, Ilr, /ji^^elo Lippich, is
considered for the position of director of the G-erian --j^tists. Theatre
Corporation of .vinerica.

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Abendpost > Oct, 21, 1929. WFA < . M PO 'ii-: '^

THE GERMAN THEATER
The Opening Performance an Operetta, "I Lost Uj Heart in Heidelberg,"

Brought Two Full Houses

The German Theater opened this yearns season with the operetta, "I Lost
My Heart in Heidelberg,"

As might be expected, the operetta, a work in three acts, resulted in two
full houses, practically sold out. The work of the German Popular Stage
of Chicago, (an association) whereby the German theater was enabled to
obtain funds at the beginning of the season, proved its merit.

Being familiar with the German theatrical public, it was highly gratifying
to note the many new faces among the audience yesterday. One may infer there-
from that the patronage extends to an ever increasing territory. This argues
well and is highly desirable in assuring the continuance of the German theater.

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The German General consulate appeared in corpore, fully represented. Further
interest in the theater was manifested by the presence of Mrs. Bertha Baur,
Mrs. Hamilton Lewis, and City Treasurer Peterson, and others.

Let it be recorded here, the public did not come merely to parade the latest
fashions, but followed the performance with visible interest. Again and again,
spontaneous manifestations of acclaim gave evidence that the German theater
knows its public, and chose vjisely in selecting this operetta.

Students in their modish attire, engulfed by tov;ering debts, irascible,
tempestuous creditors, sordid nightmares of debtor cells, genuine students
fidelities derived from beer, veritable bacchanalias producing acuminated
conical elevations of our cuticle or, if you prefer, goose pimples, among
this or that straggling Latin beholder. But, nevertheless, true German
love for music, folklore songs, and student melodies, more or less stale
scholarly magic, who would not revert to his own unforgettable years, the
wisdom procuring period, that irretrievable timel

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A shot of sentimentality was also there, and thus all could be appeased*
The entertainment was splendid, when one considers a lovelorn princess showing
profound affections for a debt ridden student, an ever intriguing proposition,
even if nothing comes of it.

Since new scenery was also available, well painted, and in good taste, one
gained the impression that the German theater's opening performance heralds
a better theatrical season.

The artists worked uniformly for the success of the play. The roster: Hans
Muenz, Hela Lindelof .... and others.

The newly engaged singer, Miss Lindelof, in her portrayal of the princess,
was given little opportunity to display her vocal gifts and we must therefor
refrain from definite comment. She, as well as Hans Muenz, are recent
acquisitions, both are pleasing personalities, and of good stage appearance,
their future achievements presenting an interesting chapter.

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Abendpost, Oct. 21, 1929. l^;p, /!: L) Pl^»: ^i?

The orchestra, under the oft* tried leadership of Woldemar, probably
Waldemar, and Christoph, was excellent as always.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) > Uar* 31^ 1929,

EFFORTS NOT IN VAIN~THE OEHMAN THEATRE WON ITS BATTLE
The **German Popular Stage of Chicago'* Supports
the Idea of a Gexnan Theatre for Gbicago

When Director Bach of the German Theatre resigned early this year, the German
people accepted that incident as a bad omen for the future of German dramatic
art in Chicago* It was, however, glad tidings to most of the Geiman theatre
lovers that the ensemble, under the direction of Angelo Lippich, will continue
its scheduled programs throughout the season. The ensemble of the German
theatre was aware of the difficult problem it was facing, due to the utter
indifference of the majority of the German element toward German dramatic art,
therefore, this group of artists hardly expected to earn more than Just enough to
prevent a further deficit* The unexpected occurred; namely, the sacrificial
efforts of the compcmy found an echo in the German public, which showed that the
spark for German art was permanently extinct* The ensemble reassures us of
continued performances throu^out this season* The members are willing to
contribute if financial aid is necessary* This is, of course, a sacrifice which

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deserves recognition, anA the public could show its appreciation by frequent
attendance of the plays*

A movement designed to perpetuate the German drama has been brought to life
by the German Popular Stage of this city. It is patterned after the Free
Public Stage of Germany ♦ This organization has assumed the task of enlisting
members ♦ The small contribution of one dollar per month would entitle each
member to witness one performance every four weeks. •••In addition, the German
Popular Stage will sell coupon books, the profit of which will be used to create
a guarantee fund, to be put at the disposal of the company •••••

If success should crown this v/orthy movement — which is highly desirable — since
it embarked on the mission of promoting art and cultural endeavors, then funds
will soon be available to secure a more centrally located playhouse • Moreover,
it is a step forward in the direction toward uplifing German dramatic art in
Chicago to its accustomed glorious accomplishments • Therefore, to achieve this
goal, every citizen of German extraction must deem it an honor as well as his
duty to contribute toward the realization of this goal^

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Sonntagpoat . Aug. 31, 1924.

aSRMAN POPULAR THEATER

The staff of the Abendpost received the following commxmication with
a request for publication;

We hereby desire to infoirm all friends of the Grerman theater that
Jose Banner, who managed and directed our German theater for many
years, irill give a series of performances under the auspices of the
above Club during the coming season. Our local personnel and stars
from other cities are scheduled to appear. The first play will be
given on Sunday, September 28, at the Northside Turnhalle. That
intriguing, prize winning comedy, ''Maneuvers of Love,** by Oskar
Blumenthal is on the program. The sale of tickets for the first
series has already begun*

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GERMAN PRESS CIUB'S H^nSHTAINMENT A V./ "^y

GREAT SUCCESS

The show given yesterday evening by the German Press Club at the Bismarck
Hotel was a pronounced success, according to the unanimous verdict of the
audience, and the gentlemen of the newspaper fraternity may congratulate
themselves upon their having provided a most unique and acceptable entertain-
ment. Even the most blase critics— cmd there are several in the ranks of
the association-- were not only silenced but overcome by the contagious hilarity
and enthusiasm^

Who could have remained serious in the presence of the good old midway dances,
idiich even strained the tolerance of our Chicago censor, the honorable commis-
sioner of public aorals, luho happened to be there. He considered it "the llmit^**
and protested, whereupon he was promptly given the air, unceremoniously kicked
out. And what about the songs and dances of graceful Yvette Guilbert, or that
pantcmine, •'Wash Day in Paradise,"* followed by ••An Hour in the Editorial

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Chambers'*?

There were also, of course, more serious artistic offerings* Friends of the
Club dedicated their yersatile talents to the cause, thereby providing an
exceptionally varied and interesting program* In this respect the Club is
greatly indebted to Miss Jo Ian the Pressburg, the well-known singer, who
appeared in costume and regaled us with German and Hungarian songs; lArs. Nanny
Oesau for her effective recitation of Martin Drescher's prologue, especially
written for the occasion, and her acting in the role of the society lady,
"Frau Duennbier" (Thin Beer), in the »»Bditorial Chambers'*; and also to
Mrs* Hermann Meyer emd Miss Herz for their delightful Hungarian dances; like-
wise to Paul Nelva, of the German Theater, for his inspiring tenor solos*

The other artists were all active club members; in keeping with the inherent
modesty of newspapermen, they prefer to remain incognito* We might mention,
therefore, that aside from the Greek and French ladies. Professor X--Ray*s
scientific lecture, ^TSie Cable aind Wire Tapper, and the singing of ^Pictures of

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Abendpost ^ Feb. 23, 1916,

the Moment," or •TIu is Hu,** in the Press Club, were very successful.

Judge Grirten, as '•A Meaiber at a Conference,** gave a very capable presentation.
Ballmann^s music was excellent, as usual. The Chicago Stage Lighting Company
helped with the illumination. The Watryheidkamp firm and the Chicago Telephone
Company were also of assistance, for which the Club expresses its appreciation
cmd thanks •

It is very gratifying to note that, in spite of a relentless downpour, the
audience was exceedingly large and was good-humored* Both of these factors
must be a source of profound satisfaction to the gentlemen who gave unstinting
effort and time to the necessary preparations. An informal dance was given
after the performance*

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Abendpost , Sept. 26, 1911.

THE GERMAN THEATER
A Very Impressive Presentation of ''Flop-House."

The artistic staff of the German theatre company, as well as the

audience who attended this performance last night have proven their

ability of preparedness for excellent presentations. Exceedingly heavy

demands are put upojl the artists in Gorki's "The Flop-House"; therefore,

the presentation of this extraordinary drama, can only be included in

the repertoire of a theatre company, whose ensemble is composed of

seasoned artists. The sombre iinattractive scenery and costumes

render the atmosphere mich more critical towards the performers

because not even the plot is sufficiently fascinating, and therefore

heroic work on the part of the actors is required. The majority of

the characters presented in this gripping drama are human derelicts,

whose lives are of no consequence to themselves, the C3niicism of which

they have readily accepted. The author presented a very colorful x

group living in this "Flop-House," run by Kostylews and Wassilissa. A-

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That group consisted of an actor, a baron, a professional thief, a
number of laborers, a woman of loose character, and other women of
questionable virtues. The majority of these human wrecks are seeking
forgetfulness in the usual manneij-indulgence in liquor. Grorki depicts
the mental attitude towards the world as entertained by these men and
women who philosophized on the possibilities which life offers, and
what impression their plight has made upon the individual members of
the human society. However, the author created in the pilgrim "Luka",
a mild and understanding character, iriiose lot has thrown him together
with these unfortunate people^ Words of consolation and encouragement
endeavoring to build up these wrecked lives as well as instilling
lofty ideas on the philosphy of life, were the principles uttered
by this apostle of reconciliation.

This foregoing sketch may serve to clarify the difficult problems of
the impersonators of the various roles, For effects, the actor must f-
depend entirely upon his own inner resourcefulness. Furthermore, he '%^^
^flust be able to impress the audience with the inner life of the
character he portrays, if this great work should be understood and the

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Abendpost, Sept. 26, 1911,

aim not be missed. The "Flop-House" v;as therefore an exhibition of out-
standing ability by the ensemble of the German theatre, especially the
accomplishments of the group of actors under the direction of Ur. iianisch.
Joseph Banner, in the inQ)ersonation of "Pil ri:! Luka"; Ludwig Koppee, in
the role of the demoralized actor; and ivlrs. Jagemann in the part of "Anna,"
all of them proved their excellent dramatic talent, as did Mr. Vladimir
Schamberg, the guest artist of the evening, in the role of "Pepel." Acknov;!-
edgment for the fine interpretation of their respective parts is due to Annie
Bender, as "Natascha"; imJ:. torsano, as locksmith "Kletsch"; ^ir. VAilff, as the
cap-maker "Bubnow"; Paul Fasoli, as the carefree shoemaker "Alsoschka"; &•
Loewenfeld, as "Kostylev;"; Violenda von Rofft, as "\''assilissa"; Emilie Schoen-
feld, as "Nastja"; torie von V/egem, as "Kwaschnj?.," and director Hanisch in
the role of the baron.

The audience was so electrified by the play and its fine presentation as not to
realize the lateness of the hour at the close of the production. Tie feel certain

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Abendpost> Sept. 2C, 1911.

that we voice the opinion of the public when suggesting that scenes of
lesser importance should be omitted, as for instance, the greater part
of Act IV, with the exception of the tale recited by the baron (Lj7. Hanisch).
Generous applause rewarded the artists.

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The conedy, "Tlio Trin wSi.^tcrs/' v:as ;:^res3nted at thri Garnan theatre
last nirrht,

Lud'7ig Fulda, autlior of "Tiie T'.vin Sisters," v7rot3 this delir.:htful
C0T;:ed7 i^i a poetical style, usi:::;; tho varse moasure.....

The VvTitor de^-'onstratod .graat carj-.bility 7r;ie:i he vrote this wor-:.
The plot: In order to rekindle the vanishing love of her beloved
husband, a youn^^ viif?. hides her ovn identity b.- nasnuerading as her
tvjin sistor. 1*he chamin»^ ;syc;i.oloi:icul development, as xvell as the
easy flov: of the dialoj;:ue, the G:_l3ndid huiior, ^nd the comical sit-
uationo, v;ere a ;7curce of ■rrec.t pleasure • Fulda enriched t is co:;iedy
still more, by placing t:i3 actin'^; in tlia col:)rful and carefreo Italian
RenaisG.nco poriod. TIio elegaitly construed versos of the dialogue
are the xvorh of a in ..star.

The principle feminine character, Giuditta, was interpreted Idj
Violand . von Hooft, an artist of jreat ability :.nd o:": orience. She is

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the r)osses3or of p.. beautiful Metallic ST}eal:in'-, voice, s'lovjs an excep-
tional declai.iatory talent, -^nd aoienrs certain of lierseli* at all tines.
She exhibited unusual talent by interpretin;- t .e .'Tief of t":e ne^'lectod
v/ife in act one, and t:ien leavin^^ t lis extrerie, she ^ave a s^olendid
T^ortrayal of the jovial and e:cuberant s^3irit of tie youthful tv/in
sister, lier conception of the role vms so convincin-"; t lat an attenpt
to soDarate the artist fron the f i "*ure of the author *s creation, vjould
have been difficult indeed. Playin.^ oooosite ler v/as Ludv;i': I[o;oT)ee, in
the part of tie bored landovmer-husband and fiery lover of his supposed
sister-in-lav7. ./ith his "pleasant voice nnd fine ninicry, he riade a
very ';:ood i'-.pression. The exceedinyly entertainin-^. f i 'ure of 3ount
Parabosco v.'as imersonated bv .illv Scliaff , v;ho w^s c^.st -oerfectly
in this role 1!\\b role of tie peasant sirv^leton, "^emo ^ an out-
standing: fi':ure in tie reaL;! of c.hriracter coMedians, could not have
been in better hands t lan t'.ose of . r. ..oev/enfeld. '^orjiend'ible also
v/as the part of Lisa, played by ■ Irs. ^iiilie Sclioenfeld

The presentation of the ^'Tv/in Jisters*^ fully deserved t]i3 acclaiia of
the audience, vihich incluaes the orcnostra under the direction of
I.r, 3all::iann.

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Abendpost > Sept. 18, 1911 •

TEDS GERMAN THEATRE

The second performance of the present season of the German theatre
was presented, as was the first, before a completely capacity house.
There were, of course, two alluring attractions which drew the great
audiences. The first was to view the new theatre; the other to enjoy
the ever popular and lovely operetta, •♦The Gipsy Baron^ by Strauss.
The audience was carried away with enthusiasm, which made itself
manifest in the loud and lasting applause. The presentation of
••The Gipsy Baron'' will be repeated several times during this weeJCf....

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WORTHY ACTION! '
»«THE BOBBERS" (RAUBER)BNACTBD BY PUPILS OF LEWIS INSTITUTE

Before 600 spectators, the students of the German department of Lewis
Institute at Madison and Rohey Street last night gave the principal
scenes of Schiller's juvenile drama "The Robbers" in the German language*
The roles were all given to students of all classes of the German de-
partment and have been enacted with great success in regards to the
pronunciation of the language and the acting of the part, notwithstanding
that the actors partly were Anglo-Americans or German- Americans born in
this country. The scenery had been produced with great care# The
costumes for the performance were brought from Milwaukee* The principal
casts were played by Miss Mather as Amelia, M. Bloss as Count Koepke,
Carl Grosberg as Franz, Taylor as Spiegelberg, Henderson as Herman, and
Schmidt as Schweizer. Their performance was excellent*

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Apr. 29, 1901.

THE GERMAN THS .THE

Otto Ernst, the illustrious playright, recorded great success last
night vdien his delightful comedy, "Educator Flachsmann," was performed
by the German Theatre company in Chicago. It was indeed a superb
performance, well selected, with Tfifliich to close the present season.

Last night's production was an exhibition of brilliant accomplishments,
which richly compensated us for some of the shortcomings of the past
season, for which the company was to blame. If Otto Ernst had written
nothing but "Educator Flachsmann", he would have endeared himself to
theatre audiences • None but a pedagogue could have written a play
like this one; none but a teacher in the German Reich is sufficiently
informed of scenes in a school room.

Otto Ernst was a teacher, but exchanged his career for that of a
dramatist, becoming the most celebrated one of the present day. The

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Apr. 29, 1901,

character, '^Jan Flemming^, is a self -portrayal of the playright, thus
showing to the world vdiat limitations teacher Ernst had to undergo.
'^Fleiming" is the counterpart of the dramatist, besides, one does not
have to be endowed with extraordinary brightness in order to recognize,
that every prominent character in the play is depicted from a living
person. Names applied to the characters were fictitious, however,
since Ernst was charitable, and did not wish to be too severe with the
pedanic ^^ducativonal Cobblers." It may be said unhesitatingly that
"Flachsmann" is especially appreciated for the realistic tendency of
the play rather than for the brilliant dialogue which becomes classical
at times, or for its delightfully refreshing and sparkling humor.
Otto Ernst's satire is simply divine. Throughout the play, these "Cobblers'*
are brewing to the cracking of the whip. Neither is the great pedant,
"Flachsmann" , the empty head, the profligate, and crook spared from
the well deserved disgrace, when he is finally \inmasked. That a person
who inspired Ernst with the material for the portray of the character,
"Flachsmann" , has lived, or still lives, is beyond doubt. Imagination
alone eould not have created this character. "Flachsmann" was too real-
istic for that •

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Illinois Staats-Zeltung> Apr. 29, 1901*

Exposing the school system was Ernst's chief object. The love scenes
between •'Flachsmann" and '^Gisa", although poetical and very pleasing
episodes, could have been easily oinaiitted»...So much genuine enjoyment
and hearty laughter as heard last night has seldom been heard in
Powers Theatre ••.•The dramatic architecture of this satire is a piece
of art, glorifying the creator.^. .The participating artists joined
their forces to achieve an excellent success, and they did not fail.

August Meyer-Eigen, the beneficiary of the evening, created a ^Flachs-
mann" who would have evoked the plaudits of the plasrright. His imr-
personation of that character deserves unanimous praise. He excelled
himself yesterday. The ovation, vfaich was endless, spoke volumes.
It expressed more tiian the attempts of a critic^ Ewald Bach, our
youthful hero, injected into the part of "Flamming", sufficient fire
and emotion to make him an outstanding figure. This artist's highest
ideal is art itself, to which he is devoted with every fibre of his
being. This is, of course, the highest tribute we can pay this aritst.

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Illinois Staats->Zeit\mg, Apr. 29, 1901.

And this is also the v;ell deserved tribute to be paid to Mr. Meyer-
Eigen, and Herman Werbke, for their characterization of "Prell",
member of the School Board. Miss Else Haerting was simply adorable
as "Gisa**, the impersonation of which she was loudly applauded.
The minor roles were also in hands of excellent artists.

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Illinois Staat3-Zeitung> Apr. 22, 1901.

"Boss in his Home'*, Comedy by Paul Lindau

Last night's brilliant performance brought the present theatre season
to a close. "Boss in his Home", comes from the pen of that brilliant
writer Paul Lindau to whom we are indebted for a most pleasant evening.
It was also a benefit performance, honoring Mr. Jxilius Donat stage
director of the company. In that capacity no special distinction was
bestowed upon him, although he has repeatedly demonstrated his great
skill, but, Donat the artist, was tendered a well-deserved reception.

It was a very pleasant evening. In contrast to the atmospheric
conditions of a November evening outdoors, one was carried away by
the spring-like freshness of thought and action in this sacred hall
of art. Lindau has still a great drawing power, here as well as in
Europe* Ifi Grermany^ Lindau has won for himcself a place in the heart
of thi public second to none among dramatists of the present day. Any
work ooaing from the pen of this beloved writer is enthusiastically
received by that class of the public whose literary preferences are of

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung> Apr. 22, 1901.

a higher type. Last night's performance of the comedy "Boss in his
Home", was very well received by our audience. And justly sol ^e
dialogue sparkled with brilliancy, was full of unmatched piquantcies,
and many other clever points of interest for ^ich Lindau could hard-
ly be rivaled^

The artists who participated in last night's presentation of this
enchanting comedy, are indeed actors of high caliber • It appeared, as
if they were engaged in a race to outdo each other.

Mr* Donat, for whom the benefit this evening was given, chose the demure
role of "Hettstaedt , " who as "Juliana* s" husband exhibits real friend-
ship for the friend of the family. The role of this character does not
give the actor a chance to develop into a prominent figure during the
first three acts, but in act four, "Hettstaedt" brings forth such quality
and quantity of tender feelings as to win for him the sympathy and
the hearts of the audience, Mr. Donat, demonstrated in the part of
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justified. Miss Wirth was adorable as ''Juliana". Portraying this

part she gave again an exhibition of her great talent. Other actresses

playing this particular role would do well to pattern after Miss Wirth.

She was at her best last night. Miss Trude Lobe, who is invaluable

in the creation of certain characters, was miscafet in the part of

"Sophie," in last night's presentation. ;lnna Grerlach's "Claudia"

was highly conmendaSle* Mr. Ludwig Lindikoff's impersonation of "Ernst",

was an accomplishment which calls for plaudits. Tliis exceedingly

difficult part exacts extraordinary requirements even of a seasoned

actor. Heinz GrOrdon*s portrayal of the character of "Riesel" was

exact in ever:/ phase.

The applause was generous and the curtain calls numerous.

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Farce '7ith lusic by von ;:annstaedt

undoubtedly, the '.'achsner directorate enjoyed the over crowded house
much more than v/e did its "Trumpeter,'' 'Je are inclined to wish him
the sordid fate of the ilatzbachian Trumpet player v/ho drifted on a
cake of ice toward the ocean, and pres^omably perished there. The
"Staff Trumpeter" blew the signal, "temptation," and everyone
hurried to the theater, heeding the call. Hence, the house vras
crowded and hot to the point of suffocation, Leon V/achsner proved
to us that he is still a ^ood comedian. Cf course, the mind v;anders
occasionally after it has been "unharnessed" for a v/hile, and, when
Ulr. V/achsner confused a salon with a saloon, pronouncing the former
with a doable "o," we can forgive himi Cne just had an irresistible
yearning to inquire: "V/hat are .vcu TOin?; to take, boys?"

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Illinoij 3taat3-Zeitung> Jan. 21, 1901.

The ''Staff Trumpeter" is a farce of long, long ago, and has outlived
its creator. But it is acceptable, and evei. today it is suitable as
a convenient stop gap. Rather moss-covered and, therefore, immune to
criticism. In common ;;ith most of the by-^one farces, it lacks a
definite plot, and thus we cannot speak of its action. This restricts
us to consider only a lot of crazy Berliners, baptized in genuine Spree
xvater. But to write about them is an art in itself, that nonsense must
be seen to be appreciated. Upstarts, who break into "better social
circles because they *'can afford it,*' are al^vays a source of merriment.
And so Llannstasdt ;7rote a satire on the ''Newly rich," to the v:ell
established tune of ''Cobbler stick to your LastsI" But in this case
It happens to bj the candy vender, I'ampe, later, v/ith the French
inflection on the last syllable, and his refinement acquiring associates
who finally realize the incongruous situation, and return to the sphere
of action which an inexorable nature had decreed. Akin to the tame

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Tal2S of :iofiLiann, the farce ends .rith the usual ''kiss and make upT'

''^he peri'orrriance v;a3 a v->r:' acceptable one, not faultless, nor
particularly s.iooth, but ;iu3t as ./e said, acce-^table. Ilr. -'achsner,
as ^V/a.'Tipe , '^ ^lsev;here nrinted as '"aiipe^ hr^-' brilliant, i.ionients
where .li ; uornant tal'^nt and routine reasserteu tVienselves nost
pov/erfully, especially in the t-iird i:ivd I'lst act, v:her3 he struck the
prop;r, convinci:!;^ tone of the affable old :.ia:i .Ith the .:olden heart ._

--iss :^lise Iraiiiii^s indisposition v.'a.s not re,-;rettable in as lauch as
a truly coniienc.able eleventh liour substitute ;;as found in I'lss " aula
/irth, v:ho functioned as '*I!va." 3he jiiust oe endowed ;;ith a faultless
:ae,iory, other.vise, she never could have )roduced such a fascinr.tin.;^,
fvaultless perfornance v;it . only one hxirried rehear 5:al, Jhe never
lookea better or appeared to .greater advanta,::*:e, nor has her acting

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Illinois; :3taat3~ "'itun^, Jan. :>1, 1901.

struck a :iore responsive chord tiian in that 32.inr)ath8tic -nart last ni.'^ht.
The stunnin : costui:ies, the virtual livin.^ of the character, and finally?'
th..t true jYench accent, in toto: "aula .'irth instantly b. C£L.ie the
public favorite, and tov;ered ni.^htily abov^ the others. The inevitable
applaus;^ ;;a3 spontaneous, anc an e::cuisite bouquet of roses added further
t^lory to h r accori-olislii.iont .

I'Sss Jlse I-^eny played '^>lorchen, '^ iiasterii:-- th'; l;^rrical -.nd vocal part
in evF;ry detail. Tir.r voice is not nov:crful, but it is flexible -ind
appealing.

;'iss Jlse r^^aertin^, as '^^uMalie," v;as in t-io proper ^lace. Th-^ titlo
roles could not have been uore suitably c'-istribiitod. J;Udvjig ITreiss,
as '^y.oritz,'' gave a .^ood presontaticn oi: the r;ood natured-, yet staunch
Hussar, a splendid figure in the ylove-fittinp* uniform. Meinz 1-ordon's

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'*\'u^:r»e" v;a3 s^^^lcncid: ".lis to^)ical Gcn^, hi -hlv effective. :^h? neyubors

of the ''district club' deserve unrestrictod onco:aiu^s; the "l^ses

Jojlach :-rxd Kichard, as '^I'xs. Jc'iulze' and ''T-TS. Lelr.iann,'* respectively,
weie a '^screa:a.'^ 'fh? othar fi,';ures v/ore ve.';- v;oll :laC6d.

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Hhe orchestra ( '.rust -arl) and :;onat's st;':e ;.:ana-?erient in the broad
S3nse, since "'ei-isr.eiir's duties entail Tf^at ;r resj^onsibilitios than
those of an .-caerican sta":e :iann3r, deserve praise.

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Abendpcst, Sept. 24, 1598.

A NEIV r/lltd.ATlC CLUB.

Due tc the efforts cf t..e Preiber;:; Brcs^ a new droxiatic clue has been
establisiied en the Scuthside recently. Able actcrs rrciii the Gerinan staje,
and talented, capable and v/ell-iaioi\'n ledies ojid rrentlemen frcm Premcxi
clubs are ^cin.^ to play seine fascine.tinr drcj.;as v/ith beautiful sceneries
end tiie cooperation of the sen- club "V/olhalla,"

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Illinois Staats - Ceitunfi 2iay' 16, I892.

TEUTONIA DRAxATIC CLUB ^■'■' '• "" "" "

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The Toutoiiia Druriutic ^lub celebrated yesterday their first festival of
coL'.raemoratioii at the Northv/est Turnhalle, Clybourn and Southpcrt Avenues*
"An Easy-soin^^ Person" t a comedy by Pohl, was played by the members at this
ocoasion. Of uourso, the play v/as abbreviated and simplified so that the
players v/ore able to ].aster it well.

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Illinois Staat8^Zeltun|5;> March 28, 1892

A KE^ &ERMAN DRAMATIC SOCIETY VJPA fill.) ^K : ^ -J

Yesterday quite a number of young Germans assembled at W. Kracke's Hall^ at
the comer of State and Van Buren Streets and organized a dramatic society
under the name of the ♦•Cheerful Dramatic Club*^ To judge by the talents of
the yotmg men, the club is certain of a successful fature#

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The dramatic cluby Arbelter Buehne^ will open its third season on September
16 in the Thalia Theater for the benefit of the Sunday schools of the
Workingman*8 Progressive Unions oi the North West side*

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nilnois StaatB-Zeitimg. Sept* 8, 1879 •

CONCORDIA TKEaTER

Yesterday^s performance by children at the Concordia Theater, arranged by
Paul Loebel, drew a large and enthusiastic audience; even the gallery was
crowded* With respect to children's theatrical performances in general, they
cannot be encouraged too strongly, as they stimulate mental activity and
develop latent talent which otherwise might never be discovered* This must
have been apparent to all who attended yesterday's presentation* The stage
is as much of a cultural medixM for children as for grown persons, if plays
are selected which appeal to the younger element • The impressions created by
stage work are much more intense and enduring than teaching in the ordinary
manner — which, at best, is dry as dust*

We must credit Paul Loebel with having made a successful beginning* No one
will deny that untiring effort and a proper understanding of children's minds
is necessary, if such a performance as yesterday's is to be produced* On
foimer occasions, Mr* Loebel has given highly satisfactory children':

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performances, and, encouraged thereby, lie has continued the work this season
and produced "Domroeschen** (Sleeping Beauty) •

The play^s four acts were given in their entirety, including the song and
dance numbers*

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Mr* Loebel arranged the story with great dramatic skill* The dialogue is flow-^-
ing and precise, and apparently created no difficulty for the young performers*^
The budding actors not only showed that they had studied their parts well, but ^.y
even gave proper emphasis to the words, proving thereby that they thoroughly r ;
understood the text — and that is an attainment which many a grown actor has not
acquired*

The magic tale of Domroeschen is so well known that it is unnecessary to repeat
it here*

In adapting the story for the stage, Mr* Loebel placed proper emphasis on stage

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Sept* 8, 1879.

settings, and provided magnificent scenery, which proved fascinating to the
beholder. The costumes in the first, second, and last acts, were so splendid
that no one could concentrate his attention on any particular individual on
the stage. The ensemble scenes showed good grouping, and that means much in
plays of this type. The last scene in the second act proved very effective; ^
all the marble statues in the king's palatial hall suddenly came to life as a
key grated in the long-unused, rusty lock. Another highly imposing spectacle
was provided at the end of the play, when Domroeschen awoke from a century-
long sleep and was iinited with her lover, while ten Mazons paraded and the
band played the popular march from Suppe's operetta, ••Ten Girls and No Man**.

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About sixty children acted in the play, and the performance sxirpassed all
expectations. All of the participants deserve praise; particularly
Carl Schneider (Pitzliputzli XKI, King of Katerburg in Schlaraffia), Minna Memel
(Brillantine, Queen of Katerburg), Katie Oesterle (Roeschen, the King's
daughter), Otto Lorberg (Hieronymus), Albert Mueller (the circus owner,
Kratawata), and Gustchen Hinz (Tulpe).

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Heinrich Mueller, only ten years old, played the part of the teacher
(Rumpelstilzen) and showed remarkable gifts* The youngster was amazing in the
humorous part; his mimicry and naturalness created laughter whenever he appeared
on the scene* That chap is talented! Many persons in the audience exclaimed,
•^ow natural I •• Auguste Mueller as Pomeranzia, one of the thirteen wise women
of the Royal Institute of Kaffeeschwestem, sang '♦Die Thraene'^ in a most im-
pressive manner* Max Schneider, who painted the stage sets, deserves unstinted
praise*

Mrs* De Fry, whose husband is the head gardener of Lincoln Park, recited a poem
which brought much acclaim.

After the performance a children's dance was given* The opening number was a

The music was arranged by George Schleiffarth* The aspiring musician was given

a large bouquet at the end of the third act; his march composition, ^T^Ioble

Deeds, •* was played during the evening, and evoked much applaus'e* g;^

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nilDois Staata-Zeltunp, Sept, 8, 187S,
polonaise given under the direction of G. Lange, dancing instructor*

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The G-erman Society will give a "big presentation on December 6th in the North
Side Turner Hall. The Society needs money on acco\int of the impending winter,
Need and unemployment are widespread.

It is true that the German Society was founded to help the immigrajits, but
during the last years it also has had to take over the care of the needy
Germans already established.

The'Wurster troop '/dll cooperate ^vith the German Society and produce the
comedy "Ein Schutzgeist".

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Illinois Staats Zeitung, Oct. 16, I876. v ^ _L '::''•

THE GERliAN THEATER.

The drama ••Kabale und Liebe** by F» von Schiller was staged last night in the
New Chicago Theater. The great attendance proved that the public enjoys clas-
sical plays • The presentation was also interesting because two actresses
of merit were taking part, namely Miss V« Stammwitz and Miss 'J7olf#

It is hard to say who was the best player • Miss Stamiwitz as Lady Milford
deserves unrestricted praise. In the scene between herself and the major
she proved herself to be an accomplished artist. The same can be said of
Miss Wolf.

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/rim ACTivrns oz viu aj.{..j'iN ii'-'^nuUiY associatioit 7

The German Literary Association of the Chicago Atheneum gcive a presen-
tation yesterday in its building of "The Diplomat", by Scribe and Delavigne*
The actors were Americans who had taken lessons in German. In a short
time they have made much progress. Although their pronunciation betrayed
several of them, their fluent expression was excellent. l;.r. Ullmann and
Lliss Bushnell deserve special praise. This is the first attempt made by
Americans and the results were most satisfactory. Special recognition is
due to Mr. Groh, teacher of the German language who gave the impetus to
this presentation.

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A select audience attended the play 1- st night.

Liss r.arie Jolfi* as Leonore von Seefeld made an imiDOsinn; appearance. Mrs.
Ciaussen was also very good as 21ss.

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Illinois .)t*iats Zeitun^:, Dec» 13, 1875.

THE GALA P.^ilS^i-^TAriOrl OM ADDNSoOilY,

i grila prasent-^.tion -Till be given next .ednesday in tlie North 3ide Turner
Hall, for the benefit of the free German American Dispensary.

For a long time, it has been the hope of German ph:'sicians that it would be
possible so'ne time. to build a Gernrai 'lospitil. It was a frequent experience
of theirs, that poor Germans, unacquainted with the English language, either
could not enter hospitils or were unable to describe to the doctors the na-
ture of their ailments.

\7ithout money nothing c-'n be accomplished. ?or thiit reason a gala presen-
tation of the play "The P-^ later" will be given next .;ednesday. Such eminent
actors as Liss V/olff, lirs. Glaussen, Lir. Donald, IJr. liayer, and Tir* V/olken-
stein, will take part in the play.

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^isrrr pkcductioi: for disfslbaityZ ^ :•;:■.

The theatrical representation which will be given next Wednesday for the
benefit of the German American Dispensary should be attended by all the
Germans who are able to make a little offering for charitable purposes^
All the money made by the play will be given to the Dispensary*

The play, "The Painter", by Adolph iVilbrandt, presents the life of an
artist with all his pecularities*

II. CCNTRIBUTICMS
AND ACTIVITIES
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IV .tbenc'ipost, Dec. 7, 1934.

FIRJT liJ) 30YS« RJi .. 3UCGJ3S

The first Bad Boys* r:xdio ball, arranf^-.ed by the Geriinu announcior of station
.; G F L, Karl Beri?;, and ",.' ■!• 3 3 announcer '.ialter Lainpel, v/hic}i recently took
place at the 'Jeri;iania Club, t.^s a success in every \;ay. The ^reat dance
orchestra opened the ball at 0:30 P. I.l* There v;ere a nunber of artistic
presentations duria;j the evenin::; these had the full approval of the ^::uests.
These speciil features v/ere bec*un by I.iad.a::ie 3tta Lint^rr lOister, sinj^ins (\/iuh
a "ood voice) a v.-altz son;; froii the "..alzertraiui", 3Le v;a3 followed by tv;o
rietnbers of the Chicago Civic Opera, Giuseppe Gavadore and i.'iadarae Hazel Bandborn,
who won enthusiastic applause v;ith their songs. Hui.iorous sketches by the Baxon
coiiic artist, 3eor:: iClinki,^, and dancing perfor..;ances by the Bchuliplattler
Grcanization ''Gar.is;;ebirc," added to the variety of the pro^jram.

The r:uest of honor of the evening. Consul c>enc)ral Br. Holf Jailer, addressed
a fevj con,;ratulatin:: .;ords to the two directors of the GemB.n broadcasts.

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The chests enjoj^'ed dancine until a late hour.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday 3dition of Abendpost),

Oct. 28, 1934 •

BALL OF TEE CLUB ^'HEIMAT'* TO BE HELD SATURD/ff

Next Saturday the Club "Heimat" will hold its great fall ball in the fest
halls of the Germania Clubhouse, Germania Place and Clark Street. All
Gernians of Chicago are invited.

The events held by the club are so popular that they alvfays enjoy a large
attendance. As is the custom, there will be no set program; every guest
v/ill have ample opportunity to enjoy the dancing.

A great orchestra, under the direction of the celebrated conductor Henry
Johnk, has been engaged to play. It will contribute to the proper mood
a German atmosphere in pleasant surroundings.

Tickets at the presale price of seventy-five cents are obtainable at the

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Grermania Broadcast, 134 North La Salle Street, and at Anhalt's German book-
shop, 1710 Belmont Avenue. Besides, Justin Schwemann, 2803 North Spalding
Avenue (Telephone Albany 4298) will receive telephone reservations for
tickets. The admission fee at the ticket counter is one dollar. The affair
opens at 8:30 P.M.

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GERMAIT SINGSPS CELiBRATE IN THE OPEN

It would be silly to attribute to the German singers a special influence
upon the weather, but it is remarkable that the two great singing organiza-
tions, the Vereinigte Saenger von Chicago (the United Singers of Chicago)
and the Vereinigte Maennerchoere (United Male Choruses), had dry weather
yesterday for their parties in the open. Accordingly, they hed every rea-
son to rejoice over the favor bestowed upon them by Jupiter Plurius, and
to enjoy the weather by lingering long on the picnic grounds.

In keeping with tradition, the Vereinigte Damenchoere (United Women* s
Choruses) and the Vereinigte Saenger met yesterday (Sunday) at the Luisenhain
of the Old People's Home to observe the beginning of summer with a great
singing festival. The day was a special one, not only for the m^abers and
friends of the two organizations, but also for the residents of the Home.
The latter, as passive participants, mingled joyously with the gay people
who were brought together, beneath the venerable trees of the picnic grounds.

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by their common love for German song and German custons. From the verandas
of the Home, they listened to the Gennan songs that were sung in their hon-
or by the Vereinigte Damenchoere and by the Vereinigte Saenger under H. A.
Rehberg.

In the early morning hours, the participants began to arrive, some with, and ^

some without, provisions, to spend the day in the open, in keeping with an ^.

old custom, and to while away the hours with games and entertainment of all P

kinds • The little ones were provided with a merry-go-round and a fortxine X

wheel, and with an opportunity to play games and have a good time. A consid- i--
erable number of older guests gathered around the well-known tanks, in the

late afternoon and evening hours, to drink of the cool liquids that ran from vr.-

them* Others found pleasure in dancing and in animated conversation with c
good old friends*

Although the attendance was not up tr expectations in the afternoon, the
committees of the two organizations ware relieved of this worry in the evening,

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when the sky brightened so that even the biggest doubter became confident of
beautiful weather. The festival, conducted with old-fashioned harmony emd
gaiety, was also attended by a delegation of singers from the newly founded
Aurora Maennerchor and by delegates of the German Day organization, who spread
propaganda by word and picture in the interest of this year's German Day.
John Gonroy, clerk of the county court, and Alderman Terry Moran honored the
sirigers with their attendance. The committee, which was active in bringing
about the success of the part/, was composed of officers of the United Ladies
Choruses and of the United Singers. They were headed by their presidents,
Lrs. Ida Huch and A. C. Wehrwein. Lady members of the committee were Mathilda
Eager, Marie Schulze, Gecilie Bade, and Augusta Triphahn; gentlemen members
were Artur Prommrich, Max Kirsch, Sngelbert Leutner, Smst Kuebel, and August
Peitsch.

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Somewhat farther to the west and north, in Thatcher Woods, the organizations
affiliated with the Vereinigte Maenerchoere held a family basket picnic last
S\mday, at which a large crowd gathered. Almost all of the twenty-six affiliated

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organizations were represented* There v^s much life and activity in the
pleasant picnic grounds, which are beautifully situated and which have com-
fortable benches on which to sit and enjoy nature, singing, and drinking.

The large attendance at the festival gave proof of a common purpose v/hich ^

can weld together the singers of the Vereinigte L'aennerchoere in nerfect ^^

accord. Many a gay song was heard in the course of the afternoon and evening P

hours, which passed only too quickly for all visitors. TZ

Two of the men^s choruses, the Schv/aebische Saengerbund (Swabian Singers' •
Association) and the Excelsior Maennerchor, tried their strength in a game
of baseball; there were incidents which made the audience laugh, and which
were instrumental in furthering the good spirit that prevailed. The score
of the game was close, as was to be expected. One of the players of the
Excelsior team, whose swift legs carried him to a home run at the right
time, made the victorious run, so that the game, ended in a £1-20 score in
favor of the Excelsior team. The teams will meet again in the near future as

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a sign that there is no enmity between them.

Oames and songs provided sufficient entertainments It was a real pleasure
to spend a day in the open with friends and acquaintances. The jollity
lasted until dusk.

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The committee in charge consisted of: John Heidemaixn, president; Rudolph r^
Faller, Carl Bemau, Robert Gill, Justus Smme, John W. Miller, A. G. Hambrock, t^
Joe Keller, Theodor Pilgram, Karl Kraentzle, Hermann Loesicke, Wilhelm i^I'
Thuering, Willi Stahl, Hermann Schneidev/ind, Henry Hieb, A. Glauche, Joe
Giess, Kurt Reichel, Joe Reissner, Ferdinand Strenger, R. Steinweg, and A.
Jessen*

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28 OF lIUrU.UL .\ID GOCIIlTY

Section 28 of the Mutual Aid Society held its Chris tnias celebration in the
large hall of the Lincoln Turnhalle yesterday. It was a very successful
affair, and many v;ere present.

The program ;vas quite jolly, and the program numbers were received v;ith much
applause. Dojothy Ilerz, six years old, entertained with a dancing perform-
ance. A great hit was Liade by ilrhard V/eiss and his son, v/ho .'^ve a zither
duet.

Then followed the honoring of members v/ho have belonged to the organization
for twenty-fi-^/e years or longer. They v/ere: Julius Klein, V/alter Schmidt,
'/Jilhelm I.Iaurer, a. J. V/emer, John Jos si, Paul Ilartwig, Fred F. Tluebner,
John !!arx, Josef Loeffler, Otto Schumann, Georg .:.eitler, A. II. Kabich,

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Edward Groh, and Leonhard Dasing» In honor of the jubilants, members of

the Sivabian Singing Bund and of the singing section of the G.U.V. sang ^Das ist

der Tag des Herrn."

The main attraction of the program was the staging of a Christmas play "Der
Streit der Monata" (competition among the months). The performers were four-
teen children of members of the section. The author and member, Erhard Weiss,
handled all rehearsals and supervised the stage decorations, as well as the
performance itself. The youthful artists performed their parts excellently
and the play received enthusiastic applause. The children, as well as the
author, thanked the audience for the stormy ovations they received.

The distribution of gifts to all the children was then taken over by
St. Nicholas, one of the members, Jacob Jauch, who portrayed him in the
customary manner. When the program was finished, a gay orchestra played
for dancing, at which young and old found ample entertainment for many hours.

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The management of the highly successful festival was in the hands of the
well-known president of long standing, Charles Klein.

The conmiittee was composed of the following members: Otto Schumann, Eugen
Oeschler, Hans Thiemecke, and Alfred Behnke.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost ) , Dec. 23, 1934,

TRI PRIZE '^/IMI^IRS

The Illinois Roller Canary Raisers Association (bird protection and bird

fostering), had its annual bird exposition on December 14, 15 and 16, at

the Aldine Hall, 911 Center Streets At this exposition there were nine-

teen collections to compete for prizes* The entries may be designated -rj

as quite good, even excellent. The following v;ere designated as winners ^

by Judge !.!ax Peters: p

Class A — First prize: Frank Kurnier, 324 points; second prize: John zLartler, ^
324 points; third prize: Heinrich Kastelberger, 315 points; Joe Leitner,
honor prize, best hen*

Class B— -First prize: Frank Kumir.er, 306 points; second prize, Frau Werner,
297 points; third prize, Joe Leitnar, 296 points*

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) , Dec. 23, 1934.

Class C— First prize: j1. Huiner, 578 points; second prize: 3rnst Vollmer,
346 points; third prize, John I^ichendorff , 340 points.

On Saturday, following the distribution of premiums and prizes, the
usual society gathering took place. It v/as well attended and lasted
until early morning.

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Abendpost > Dec. 19, 1954.

'JjTIFUL GIIRI3I'I..'.S G^flU^BILvTICU BY TII2 diXGi: CLUB

The Christinas festival of the 3a:con Club v/as celebrated Saturday, in the
great hall of the Lincoln 'Burner llall, in a truly honelike atmosphere.

On the starve, a picture v:as unrolled v/hich demons t raited the life and doin{:s
of St. Ilicholas in his v/orkshoio. There v/ere the tv/enty-four dv/arfs v/ho,
while still ;:orlcinc, found time to sine Crerman Christmas carols, and to
recite G-erman Christmas poems. ITien came the seven little dolls, present inc
a most lovely aspect in their neat dresses, dt. Bicholas, portrayed oy
Kurt Latthesius, v.'QS busy evorrr/hcre brim'iinc joy to all the children (more
than 200) by {:ivinr: them fine nii'ts. One could see distinctly in the
children's faces that they v;ere joyful and contented over the fifts
receivud.

^\n easyroinc Christmas mood prevailed until the early hours of '^he morning.
This v/as true especially of those :;ho wanted to dance, for they could do so

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to their hearts' content.

The committee consisted of President Albert Heiter, Secretary I^dolph Elemm,
Secretary-treasurer Oeorc l^anz, Jr.; l^-^easurer Cs^/ald Doehler, ICurt L'atthesius,
Frank Schubert, Kurt 'Vollner, and Joseph SchLiidt. jrau Anna I.Iatthesius made
the beautiful dresses for the dolls and the suits for the dv.^rfs.

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Abendpost, Dec. 12, 1934.

GHRISTI^IkS SiiLE

The ladies* club of St. Elizabeth Hospital will hold its annual sale tomorrow,
Thursday, from 1 P.M. until 10 P.1.1. , in the lecture hall of the hospital,
1410 North Oakley Boulevard.

One will have there the opportunity to acquire, at low prices, not only useful
things for the coming Christmas festival, but all sorts of entertainment. From
5.30 until 7.30 P.:..., a delicious supper will be served for only fifty cents.
The ''lords of creation" are also welcome, and they will be able to obtain
beer and buttered bret;d at any time, ^

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Abendpost . Dec. 11, 1934.

FORTIZm iJHUTORSilHr CELEBIiiTION KELD

In conjunction with its regular meetings las^ V/ednesday, the Lake View Ladies'

Club celebrated its fortieth anniversary in a seeialy manner at Iinrael*s Hall. ^

The members appeared in large numbers, and a delicious birthday cake with 3

forty candles adorned the table v/hich was otherwise restively decorated, good ^"^

coffee and cake, an address by the president, Frau Zocli, huiiiorous recitations y

by Frau Mau, the secretary-treasurer, and Frau Winter, social gaiaes, and a o

little aancinc^, all made the hours vanish as if by flight. "^

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Si^JVR DEl/:0133TR.iTICN K2LD
(Thousands at celebration)
(Elly Beinhom i\jnon£ Guests of Honor)

Manjr Germans of Cliicaco assembled last Satui^iay night for the demonstration
held at the Ashland Auditorium for the benefit of the viomen and children of
former inhabitants of the Saar region, v/hc will soon sail for their old home-
land to cast their votes, on January 13th, 1935, for the reunion of the Saar
with the Reich.

The raeetins v;as intended as a festival and demonstration of sympathy for
the Saarland Organization.

Ever since the conclusion of the Treaty of Versailles, the inhabitants of
the Saar have been waiting for the day on which they could decide the
future status of the Saar territory, which could only mean reunion viith

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GernEiny* This territory has been kept, to a large extent, under ^

a pov/eiTul French influence, which has dominated the coimiission of the no

league of nations assigned to the Saar territory. ^^

There are 196 Saarlanders viho have, in the meant iiae, settled in Chicago ^

and vicinity, and whose return to the 3aar rerion ^or voting has been §

made possible. So that the v;ives and children of these Saarlanders may ^

suffer no xvant or miser:^' during the absence of their providers, the Sr.arlander ^
Organization arranged this fest, the proceeds of ?/hich vjould be used for the
support of those Y;iio stayed behind.

To the call of the Saarlr.nder Organization, v/ith v/hich several German organi-
zations are affiliated, the Crermans of Chicago rOw^ponded in large nmnbers,
and there v;ere about three thousand persons aiixious to shov/ tliat the^^ are
fully behind those v/ho vrere going to do their duty by the old fatherl'^nd.

Besides nanj^ other proirdnent German-Zjnericans, among them lostmaster

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3riiest Kruetren, there v/as Elly Beinliorn, tlie German aviatrix v;ho ^

is on a visit to Chica^:,o, the German Consul General, Dr. Rolph Jae^^er,
tOG^ther with his staff, and I.^ayor Kelly — the iiiayor spoke a fev; vx)rds and
donated one hundred dollars for the support of Saarlander families.

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Tlie preparations for the demonstration were made by Gustave n. Brand, leader
of the last German Day festival. Thanks to Herr Brandos direction, the pro-
cran v/ent off most smoothly. §

The evening was opened by musical nurabers by Hem.^ «rohnk*s orchestra. Then
Kerr Brand v/elcomed the ^-uests v/ith cordial words, pointing out the importance
of this meetin{^ for the coming referendum in the Saar territory. Then he
read a number of congratulatory telegrauis from local groups of the "Friends of
New Gorman^''".

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iinifonnB silhouetted against the background (fonaed by a picture
characteristic of the Saar territory with its coal pits) was quite picturesque;
they sang the workman's song which emphasizes the most important branch of
the territory's industry. They received much applause. In a monolot^ue,
composed by Georg Giegold and spoken by Frau Mohr, the sufferings of the
Saarland under foreign domination received eloquent expression. It ended
with the anticipation of early release and reunion with the Reich. The
United Singers contributed their share to the program, and, under the ^

leadership of Reinhold Walter, sang two songs. Later on during the program
the United Ladies' Choruses, under the direction of H. A. Rehberg, again
glorified the German song. Frau Gertrude Klauss-Koehler sang a number of
soprano solos, and was rewarded by rich applause.

After the organization flags were paraded, the president of the Chicago
Saarlander Organization, Joseph P. ?.Iartin, took the floor to give the fest
oration. He gave a brief history of the Gaar territory as an ancient German
borderland, not formatting to jaention tho brave miners of the Saar who laid

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dovm their lives on the field of honor for their fatherland, and
to tjiose v7ho, for fifteen Ions years, did not succuiuh to the beckoninss .
and threats of the French adninistration, notv/ithstandin^: the sufferings
they had to endure to preserve './hat is Ger^iian in them. They are go ins to
cast their votes for Gennany in January* He concluded by saying that
every vote is indispen^rable to solve, once and for all, the problem of
the nationaliti*" of the Saar.

The cli).ia:>: of the deinonstration ;vas the dedication of the flag of the
young Saarlander Organization* It is the flag -vhich the Scicirlanders of
Chicago are going to take vdth then on their journey to the old homeland.
Precede. I by the I'l'igs of the .jaerican and Oennan govern-.-ients, the flag iras
conducted solemnly to the stage by the flag's godinotherrj, Mrs. Doep^en,
LIrs. Bosce, LIrs. Jenk, and Lassos Doepken, llistretta, IJngel, Lamy, Lueller,
Vogel, and ?ritson. lastor Jchergor dedicated the flag* The deiionstration
cane to a close v/ith the singing of the Dutch prayer of tiianks, in which
Gertmde Claussen-Koehler /elser/hero spelled "Klaus s-Koehler^!^ had the solo
part, and of the Saarlander song.

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Besides Herr Brand, 7ice-presideno 'Joseph r. I.lartin, Ticket
TrearAiror Giesso, :ind 3ecvet'iry Glanche all did outst-iadiaj^ vi/ork to insure
the suoce.ss of the fest.

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COIIR^ES' NIGHT OF 'IE3 STAHHELIvi

A COMLiaii: SUCCESS

Front Line JTigtiters* Day Observed at Swiss Clubhouse

The Chicago group of the Stahlhelm (Gteel Helmet), a front line soldiers'
blind, held its second great anniversary celebration Saturday night at the
Swiss Clubhouse, The fest, not unlike that of last year, was arranged with
a special eye to the fostering of comrade-like relations between the former
members of the German army and the allies of the Allies, as well as the -Amer-
ican veterans* And so, besides the Stahlhelm members and their families,
the3?e v;ere present members of Chicago's military organizations, including
many from the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars* That the ^
great Saar demonstration was held on the same evening as the fest of the
Stahlhelmers (who had engaged the rooms at the Swiss Clubhouse long before)
is rather regrettable, because it was not possible to make arrangements to
hold the party on another date. Yet, the great hall was quite well filled

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when the official part of the program opened at 9:30 P.M.

The program was conducted smartly iinder the leadership of II. Mueller of the
local group. Q^uite a considerable part of the program was taken over by
the Stahlhelm orchestra, under its conductor, Reinhold Pfaff , playing con-
tinously, to everybody's satisfaction.

To emphasize especially the friendly relations betv/een the former German and ^
American front line fighters, the flag of the Stahlhelm was brought into the g
hall in a solemn procession together with the fla^; of the Lincoln Park Post
of the American Legion, and all sang together The Star-Spangled Banner, "and
then the Deutschland song.

The leader of the Milwaukee group, Heinz von Nobel, gave the welcoming ad-
dress, and the Chicago group leader, IT. LIueller — who, next month is to take
office as the new district leader — gave the fest speech.

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Beginning in German, and later changing to the language of this country he
explained the purposes and aims of the Stahlheln organization, laying special
stress upon its readiness to foster good conrade-lilce relations v/ith .toerican
veteran's organizations. In this connection, he extended a special and cordial ^
welcome to the American comrades present, and thanlced them for their attendance. 2

After the official program v;as concluded, everybody stayed for the ball, and p

for a good drink. The host organization did everything in its power to treat ^

the guests v/ell and make them comfortable, so that the fest v/ill certainly re- o

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(S'iitorial)

The general meetine'^ of the Gerraan Day .i.llianoe takes place this evening, -it
this neetinr the executive conr.iittee v/ill be elected, ns is 7;ell laiov;n, the
last Gternan Day celebration \.as a {-reat ^iuccess in every respect. J^'or this
success the president of the German Day vas chiefly responsible. It is easy
to understand v;hy lxT. Gustave xu Brand does not seek re-election to this diffi-
cult an:, responsible position. He certainly has earned the ri^ht to rest on
his laurels.

This v/ould not, however, be to th^- best intcrost of the German Day alliance
and the entire German com lunity of Ghicaco. It is easy to understand why there
are, at present, many candidates for the president's office. .,hy not? It is an
honor, indeed, to be at the head of this association, tmd those German-americans
who feel called upon, and qualified, to play a leader's role have a perfect right
to be candidates for the -josition.

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This situation, however, hides great dangers. For, where there are many can-
didates, quite often the candidate whom the majority considers best qualified
is not elected, but instead a compromise candidate is chosen after a series
of unsuccessful ballots. This compromise candidate, whom nobody really
wanted, consequently finds himself in a difficult and embarrassing position
right from the start. This danger should be avoided, and it can be avoided
if Mr. Brand accepts re-election.

It is also possible that this year's great success will give rise to all kinds
of strange ideas and egotistical projects^ This, also, is only human, and the
delegates who allow themselves to be influenced by such considerations might
have the best intentions in the world* But all the delegates should remember
one thing: They are meeting tonight as the official and acknowledged representa-
tives of the German community of Chicago* They are responsible to all the
members of their race in Chicago for their decisions trnd acts.

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fully rr^3p th^.ir dutioc am the iiriportrjice of the occ-nion rnd, renouncin^-]: all

e/^otistic d':33ir63 nnr: undeavors, act cou2*a :6ou.^:.ly in the general interest. This

they o'.e to thuir Crornan blood .in;' to th- ii- brothers -ind i.isters oi* Germcji stock.

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GERIil^aT VETSHA1T3» DAY OF HONOR C3LSBRATED
Sixtieth i\nniversary larked by Splendid Fest Program

A Gernian festival, the like of which is rarely'' s^^en, even in our city, was held
yesterday afternoon and eveninc in the Swiss Clubhouse; it was in honor of the
sixtieth anniversary of the Gremian Veterans Organisation of Ghicaso,

It was a genuinely German fajnily fest, and it undoubtedly will long remain a
pleasant memoir/ for all who participated in it. The fest program was arranged
in fine taste, holding the guests fascinated from beginning to end* The fest
committee, which carefully made all the arrangements, and which deserves thanks
for the success of the festival, consisted Ox the following comrades: Fritz
Lindemann, honorary president of the fest; John Schmidt, fest president; Carl
Vogel, president of the organization; Hermann Sengebush, vice-president; Fritz
Anton, secretary of the fest; Itoc Bartsch, treasurer of the fest; August VJolf,
treasurer of tickets; Fritz Brumund, August Simon, 2ugen Oeschler, Georg Meyer,

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Georg Stangle, Hans Stueven, Philip v;agner, Adolf Kopp, and Paul Hallmann. It
must not to be forgotten that the ladies of the organization likevjise did their
level best to make the festival a success.

The official prograi.i of the festival opened at 5:30 P..... The hall and the stage
were decorated with Gerxiian actors and in a beautiful green. Alongside new German
flags, the Star-Spangled Banner .greeted the eye.

Vflien the strains of the "Kiaiser Friedrich Llarch" and of the overture to Keler
Belays comic opera v/ere sounded, comrade Fritz Brumund came upon the stage and
spcke the festival prologue — Germany *s greetings to her warriors on foreign soil:
The v;ords are by V/ilhelm Sturra. As the "tv:o most faitliful of the faithful/'
Herr Brumund then presented the honorary president of the festival, Fritz
Barbarossa Lindemann and the president of the festival, John Schmidt. Both of
them v/elcomed the guests v;ith heartfelt words, giving expression to the hope that
they would spend a fevj pleasant hours in the circle of comrades.

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The Swabian Saengerbund had the Kindness to volunteer to enrich the fest by-
singing a few songs. The singers with their president, Jolin I.'aurer, at their
head, were present in a body, and for their songs, under their choirrriaster,
H. A. Hehberg, they were accorded well-earned applause. Under the direction of .-.
Charles Meinken, Hartwig»s orchestra acquitted itself with great credit.

'"Faithfulness is the rriarrow or honor," This "savv" of the universally honored ■
late president of the Peich, von Hindenburg, was woven like a red thread through ~^*
the fest speech of the presideni^ of the organization, Carl Vogel. He mentioned
that, in the German Veterans Organization of Chicago, there are four generations '.'
of German soldiers united; he further emphasized that comradeship means readiness
to make sacrifices; he also pointed out hovv ohe organization's history is closely ^''
connected with tne history and the development of Chicago. He demonstrated to
the attentively listening audience now the organization had done its duty, at all
times, by the old and new fatherland, -ma concluded his interesting remarks with
the words: ''Our faith in Germany is unshakable — the German and the American flags,
united in friendship, will lead the world to a new and happy future". His speech

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was given a {jreat ovation.

President Vogel then proceeded to bestow honors upon the members present who had
served the organization for tv/enty-five years and more, and had remained faithful -
to it. He presented the fest president, John Schmidt, wioh a diploma of honor- I
ary membership which had been awarded him by a recent resolution of the organiza-
tion, and to Comrade Balthasar 'Toelfelschneider he gave the customary gold medal
for twenty-five-year membership. .

Consul Dr. Tannenberg, accompanied by his wife, was present ir. place of the German
marine attache from Washington, who regretted very much his inability to come. ;^
Also present was the former German Consul General and honorary member of the or- :.--•
ganization, Dr. Simon, and the well-knovm German journalist and traveller, Dr.
Colin Ross. Both came v;ith their wives. They were presented by Herr Vogel, and
made short speeches, vjhich were hailed with applause.

Also present were the presidents of other military organizations of Chicago; they

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were seated at the speakers' table. The president of the German Veterans' Bund,
Comrade Hermann Bick, brou: ho greetings from the chairman of the Gemian-American
Veterans' Bund, who also sent a wire.

Sixty years of faithful work in the interest of the German element in general
(and its members in particular) are now behind the German Veterans' Organization.
Even during: the grave years of the war, filled as they were with assaults upon
the Germans settled here, and through the years that followed the war, full as
they were of venom, the Organization has held itself steadfast and unshaken.

Large sums of money were sent by the organization to Germany during and after the
war. The organization forms a link between the veterans of the glorious v/ar of
1870-1:171, members of the army before the war, and the German soldiers of the
V/orld '-fer, who fought for Germany's honor and national existence.

The German Veterans' Organization -sees, in the fostering of comradeship and in the
maintenance of the German mother tongue, the most essential link between the mother

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country and the nev; homeland.

Comrades vjho take an interest in the Organization, its aims and scope, are
cordially invited to attend the meetings, held the first Sunday of each month.
The home of the organization is the Swiss Clubhouse, 6o5 I7ebster Avenue.

The officers of the German Veterans' Organization of Chicago are: President,
Carl Vogel; vice-president, Heir.ann Sengbusch; secretary.', Fritz ^'mton, 3111
North Racine Avenue; secretary-treasurer, Adolf fibpp; treasurer, IJax Bartsch;
keeper of archives, Franz IvJaronde; board of administrators: Fritz Hagemann,
August ^Tolf , and Paul Hallmann.

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no:; the t .sk of the officers to sui^/e:' : nd aive in account of our activities dur-
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nov; behind us, :iuch a'or!:, nan:' .:orri.;s, rd ':an7 j" :'s.

'^lavo e adequ tol:^ p»^rfor-.ied the duties of our offices? Have ./e satisfied the
expectations of the deler: ites, of the societies, ..jid of t -e areat C-enian coi.naunity
of Ghicar^c? You ro the judges , Lalies ,.nd :*entler:ien, .e are all hiuaan beizvjs,

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Abendpost, Nov. 14, 1934.

BAZAAR OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTSSRAN

EPIPHANY CHURCH

The annual bazaar of the Evangelical Lutheran Epiphany Church, Bradley Place
and North Damen Avenue, talies place tomorrow, Friday, and Saturday, in the
clubhouse of the church.

Numerous booths have been erected in the spacious clubhouse, and they will
surely have numerous visitors, as in previous years. There will be no lack
of various kinds of entertainment during the three days. For sale will be
articles of all sorts, of which fine embroideries and sewn things are well
represented.

The bazaar committee took great pains to make the affair a successful one.
The doors will be opened on Thursday at 1:30 P.M. On the other two days they
will be opened at 6 P.M. The public is cordially invited.

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II B 1 a Sonntagpost (Sunday 3dition of Abendpost ) , Nov, 11, 1934.

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III H SGITJABEN-VSREIN HONORS THE LEJORY OF FRISDRICH VON SCHILLER
IV

Following an old tradition, the Schwaben-Verein (Suabian Society) of
Chicago paid homage to their great countryman, Friedrich von Schiller, by cele-
brating the one-hnndred-and-seventy-fifth anniversary of his birth.

On Friday evening, at Lincoln Turner Hall, 1005 Diversey Parkway, an impressive
memorial celebration took place which brought together the members of the
Society and their wives to honor Schiller *s memory* There was also a public
ceremony yesterday afternoon at the Schiller monument in Lincoln Park. The high
point of this ceremony was the laying of a wreath on the monument.

On this occasion Mr. Curt Benisch recited one of the most beautiful of Schiller •s
poems, "Die Teilung Der Welt". Editor's note: The correct title of this poem is
"Die Teilung Der Erde" (The Sharing of the Earth )^

During the main ceremony the president of the Society, lAr. Julius Klein, gave a

short speech in which he pointed out, with a pride that was quite justified,

that the Schwaben-Verein of Chicago had never, in the vjhole course of its existence,

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IV assured Iiis listeners taat luIl; state:. iOiiL .;gu1u iiola tru^ x'or "oae

xuture also, as Ion.-: as OLica/:o -ossessed a ._;Cliv;aben-Verein,

The festival in Liie Lincoln Turner I.all v^as oviened by yernio ''art^/iz-^s orciiostra,

v/nich played tne overture to '* .ilheL'.. Tell", ''..is vjas rollov.eu by rrcsident
>J.ein*s address of ./elcoiiie. Ourt T^onisch then delivered a thou^ylitrul yroloyue,
v;aich he hii.seli' ana cUiother laenber oy ti:o society, Julius ocriiiiat, haci co^.^osed,
'JLis v/as reuarded .-itli v;ell-deserved aypl.aise I'roy the auaiencc, ui.ich I'illea zhe
hall to capacity. The ..ell-iOioiTn Oiiicayo sinyer, Lucie ..estoii, rolloyed ulth the
sinyiny of three of JCiiiller*s lyrics, "";os l.acdcjons iJLa e'^ ( I'ho :^aidon*s Lrij;ient),
".ji Die j^reude** ("^o Joy), and **')er Fiscaer^nabe" (I'a-^ yisaer i3oy) v;:iich brouynt
aer nev/ laurels and, at the sai.io tir:e, shov;od tne virtuosity of alroctor Ctto
Vaiidsburyer, v;ho acco, panied her on ohe piano.

The ienefelder Lieder^rran:::, led by its experieuced direcuor, iLarl :{eckzea, sany
the t\;0 son -s for -Lais choruses, '*.-ie Jie ..ilae aos* la .^ald'* (lirce tne .ild
.•:ose in the .ood), oy j. ■<• 'aair, and *^. ein 1st Die ..elf (The ..orld is i.^ine),
by Ourti, The first part of uhe ■:T0,yrcU;: v;as concluded \;ith a feu^ •:.ore nur.ibers

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In the ijocond liulf or the oronru:i '*.,alionotoiii.
Ouiiiu) v;a3 •)erfor:..Gd. Like the earlior pGr±*cr:.aince t:.i3 year at the Oa;ii"_statter
Volirrsfest (lobular x-'Ootival) oi thu .iChv/aben-Veroin, ti.io v/as iina-jr luu cl^p .bla
direction or OuPo Penisca. The Jchv/aobische iaoaner-Buid ( :»uabiaa oinrinf^
o£ciety) cc-uperated in ::.ai:in;: tao p3ra*or::ancs aa outctaixcin • success. ... •
/Translator's note: .t tha end or the article laera is a list, or tho.^o viao took
part in ohe play. It is also state that . v. . . 'rirron, the ..ustriaa Consul
General, v/as ruest of ..oiiovj'

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FLAG Dja)ICATION AND CONCSRT OF TH3
SINGING CLUB ERB^NSRDNG

The male singing club ^rinnerung, the youngest German Chorus in the city,
received its outward signs of independence with the dedication of the
new organization and national flags yesterday at a concert in the iSnglev/ood
Hasonic Temple, 54th Street and Loomis Boulevard, The chorus was success-
ful in its first appearance before the public as an organization, giving
a festival under the leadership of its director, H. A. Rehberg. The concert ^
was aided by the Chicago Zither Club under its director, J. 'ifeildherr, the
Columbia Ladies' chorus of the South Side, the United Ladies* Choruses of
Chicago, and the United Singsrs of Chicago, who with their singing added
to the dignity and success of the evening.

The young singing organi2ation Erinnerung consists of a handsome group of
singers, and is conducted by thair leader, H, A. Rehberg, with a steady

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and determined leadership. They sang '♦Ein Rheinisches r.laedchen'*, "Die
Bettelraaid", '^Rheintrene", and the American national anthem.

The Chicago Zither Club opened the program with a spiritual rendition of

the ^arch of the Knights Templar", by P. Schwarz and by the concert over- ::^

ture "Sounds from Lake Erie", by H. ;7ormsbacher. It was accurately and 5S

effectively rendered under the conductor, J. V/aldherr. In this connection, p:

mention must be made of the South Side Columbia Ladies' Chorus, which quite [^'

successfully contributed its share at the dedication of the flags and dis- -^

tinguished itself in song, too, with the mixed chorus, by the singing of £
the fest song.

The climax of the performance was the dedication of flags which were
presented to all present in a most interesting form.

v;ith the singing of "The Star-Spangled Banner", the veiled American flag
was carried into the hall by the ladies of the Columbia Ladies* Choir,

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accompanied by maids of honor and conducted by the flag mother, Frau
Marie Wehrwein. Here the surrender of the banner was made by Gountj'- Clerk
Robert M. Sweitzer, acting for Mayor Kelly, to the president of the organi-
zation. The coronation march from the opera "Le Prophete^* was the cue for
bringing in of the organization flag, still veiled; it was given over to
the organization by the flag mother, Frau Marie Graf, for safe keeping.

The job of giving over the flag to the president of the organization, John
neinish,was taken over by Dr. Otto L. Schmidt. The latter had already
gained s^^cial honor by giving the new American flag to the organization.
Giving a brief historical survey about the development of German singing
in the United States, he then spoke of the significance of a special flag
for the organization, admonishing the members to remain faithful to their
flag.

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Then carr» congratulations by Frau Ida Huch fron the United Ladies'
Choruses. Frau Schroeder from the Columbia Ladies' Chorus of the South
Side, Philipp Behrens from the Schiller Tafel Vorwaerts, 'lax Hirsch from
the United Singers of Chicago and iVilhelm Reichert from the Swabian Society.
They all brought gifts in the shape of flag ribbons and parade gloves.

Then festival president A. C. '.Vehrwein, who deserves special credit for the

success of the fest, took the floor to present Frau Thiol, the designer of

the flag, with a bouquet of flowers. The wife of the fest director, Llrs.

H, A. Rehberg, also received a bouquet of flowers from the president as a

token of appreciation. The tv/o honorary members, Dr. Otto L. Schmidt and

John E. Conrcy, were given diplomas of distinction. ^

The recitation of V/engert's ''Sonntagfeier^ by the United Ladies' Choruses,
and of Dohring's "Saengerloebms" by the United Singers concluded the official

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part of the test. It was followed by a dance. ;vilhelni Bairbz, Jr. was
at the organ during the entire concert.

The fast comiiittee was composed of: A. 0. .Vehrwein, fest president; John
Reinisch; 2. F. Schwarz, secretarj^; Adolf Hendler, ticket treasurer;
Nicholaus Conrad, treasurer; 3, V/angrin, chairman reception committee.

The officers of the organization are: John Reinisch, president; 2rnst L-

V.'angrin, vice-president; Emil F. Schwarz, secretary; Bemhard Hurlebusch, ;g
financial secretary; Ignatz Thiel, treasurer; Otto Drathner, keeper of £

archives; Arthur :.Ietzger, '•buramel" treasurer; John Reinisch, vice-
director.

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''DIE FLBDiSRiLaJS'*

(The Bat)
Civic Opera House

GSmiAN

Grood singing and smooth playing prevailed throughout* With special satis-
faction, the sponsors must have come to the realization that their efforts
once more to produce an operetta for the Chicago Geriaans worthy of their
support were crowned with success such as only optimists of the purest water
could have anticipated* The visitors filled the main floor of the opera
house, to the last seat> and even the other places reserved for the audience
were well occupied. Consequently the management of the production was able

The production of Strauss* popular operetta, ''Die Flederraaus'* which was

given last night in the Civic Opera House under the auspices of the German

Wireless (Germania Broadcast) for the benefit of the German Society of

Chicago, proved itself in every way a success. pi

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to announce, during one of the intermissions, that in spite of the great
cost of such an undertaking the aim of the German Society to show a net
gaih had been attained, although the exact figures could not be laade laxown
until the final accounting had been made*

The main roles were all in reliable hands. As guests, praiseworthy mention
must be made of the performances of Georges Trabert of Hew York, playing
Gabriel of Eisenstein, and Use Marvenga, likewise of New York, playing
the lady^s maid in the 2isenstein house. They both gave splendid proof
of their artistry, both in singing and in acting. No wonder, therefore,
that soon after their first appearance they became the acknowledged favorites
of the audience.

The Russian Duke Orlofsky was played by Miga March-Fiechtl , an artist re-
cently arrived from Germany, in a manner that secured her the admiration
of everyone who witnessed her acting and her singing.

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One of the most difficult and fatiguing parts of the opei^tta, namely that
of Rosalinde, Eisensteln's wife, could undoubtedly not have been given to
anyone better than to the popular Chicago artist, Lucie Westen. On this
occasion, her long-established reputation was enriched by a new triumph
that procured for her veritable storms of applause.

Curt Bemisch, who took over the stage management and who took care of a
splendid stage setting and direction, presented a perfect Dr. Blind,
whereas Frederick Bittke filled his role as Dr. Falke in a very skillful
manner. The same may be said of Mark Oster as the jail warden Franke and
of Frederick R. Mueller as Alfred. The latter 's performance must be the
more recognized because he had to jump in at the last moment to replace
Sdwin Kemp, who was taken ill.

Hilde Utecht, Kurt Kupfer, and :^rio Hennan completed the cast and contributed
their honest best to the enjoyable perfonnance.

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The second act found a welcome enrichment throu^ the ''Danube Valse"* It
was danced by a ballet, composed of students of Madame Antoinette Ludwig,
in a very graceful manner. On this occasion, Erika Thimey and Sizian
Watkins gained particular distinction as solo dancers.

The chief credit for the artistic success of the production was unquestionably
due to conductor Otto Vandsburger from Breslaw, He personally practiced
and rehearsed the chorus, giving Strauss' composition a rendering which will
remain a pleasant remembrance to all who heard the operetta*

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Oct. 28, 1934.

BAZAAR AT ST. PAUL CHURCH lEXT THORSDAT AHD FRIDAT

On Thursday and Friday there will be a bazaar for the benefit of the church

in the parish hall of the Evangelical Church of St. Paul, Fullerton Avenue

and Orchard Street, announces Pastor Dr. George L, Scherger* Opportunity is

offered to acquire there not only useful objects of all kinds at moderate

prices, but also to meet Miss Slinor Huesman in parson, who won the beauty ^

contest between various nationalities at the World's Fair as Miss Germany £7

and was later crowned as Miss Century of Progress. 3

The Uhlich Orphanage, in which more than two thousand children, during the ^
last sixty-seven years, have found shelter and faithful care, is a St. Paul ^
parish foundation. ^

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HARVlJJST FjIjTITAL OF 'HT^ (y^^Z^M-As^MlOi^

'DidrliOV^^r^TH A3S0CIATI0TI :^

Next Saturday, October 20, the German-iiJTierican Inprovement .association of ^

Cook County v/ill celebrate its annual harvest festival in Fleinor^s Hall, r;

1638 r^orth Halsted Street, jiveryone is cordially invited. There will be dancing.^

o
iijriong the numbers on the program there will be a march, "Tivo Old Coinrades," ^^

played by ^. Schmidt's orchestra, nt 9 P. I... !.j?. Semb will give a film lecture S
"Bremen-Berlin Fruelin';* am r^hein" (Sprin-: on the i-^hine) . The ladies* chorus ^

of the Deutsche Unterstuetzun^,s-..-.und ( German Benefit Association) ivill sing
"Santa Lucia". .Jelcoming addresses ^^ill be made by the ^resident of the
organization, Henry Thorsen, and by the chairman of the festival, Anton
Neumeyer. Russel Ochv/art -:ill sinp: a solo.

Care has been taken to nrovide both p-ay dance music and good f O' d for the guests.

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The festival starts it 8 ?• !::. The tickets v/ill cost thirty-five
cents. Thev mav be secured at the cashier's booth.

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Ci\R3FREE CHORCK FAIR OF THS SOUTH SIDE %

SWABIAN SICK BSN3PIT SOCIEIY ^

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The forty-first celebration of the harvest festival of the South Side Swabian ^^
Sick Benefit Society was observed yesterday at the West Snglev/ood Masonic Temple, ^o
and was attended by a large number of well-known singing and athletic clubs. The *—
skill of the fost coinmittee and the celebrated hospitality of the South Side
Swabians once more contrived to unite the Germans of the North, South, and West
sections of Chicago.

The fruits on display, among which was a giant cluster of grapes v^eighing a
hundred pounds, were admired by all. The **humid comer," supplied with the
vintage of many years, the "fragrant kitchen," and the cackle of geese, all
gave the festival the autumnal aspect of a Swabian church fair.

The fest opened with a great costuiae parade, follov/ed by an opening march by
the familiar Philip Moler orchestra. The song "Erneuerung" was met with hearty

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applause. The fest reached its climax v^hen the sini^-ers of the 7/est Side ^

Saengerkranz came upon the stare with their director, Ludvdg Lohmiller. Their '^

operetta, "Tan^^o Prinzessin," ivas stormily applauded. In the operetta, they ^

v;ere assisted by the ladies of the sincin.^^ club "Lorelei^' and the orchestra. ^

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r.TO a:]::i^!A:^ days?

(Editorial)

Certain parties have proposed that Gennan Day be celebrated a second time
this year. The proposal has already taken on a definite form, and the
German Day Alliance will soon be asked to rive its consent to the plan.
The -Vorld's Fair manaf^ement has asked the different nationalities of Chicago
to make such arrangements. That such a proposal is seriously considered by
Cerman- Americans is surprisinp;.

October 21 has been selected as the date for the second German Day. The
V/orld^s 7air depends, in the first place, upon fair v/eether, and the weather
will probably be cold and wet tov;ard the end of October, It is possible of
course, that October 21 will be a beautiful day. But that is very unlikely.
Furthermore, last year's experiences showed that the .greater part of those

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who visit the v;orld's Fair on German Day nerol:/ Inspect the ^position, and
do not intend to participate in the German Day. It seems i ncoTnT)r eh ens ible
that this experience has been for.^otten so soon. To cover the expenses,
which run into thousands of dollars, the mana^^einent of the Fair is to be
asked to turn over a part of the receipts fron tickets of admission to the
arrangers of the German Day. This is a verv naive idea. The managers of the
Fair wish to arranf^e these festivals in order to increase their receipts. If
they are to hand over part of the receipts, they mirht as well save themselves
the trouble of arranf^inp* the festivals, And another thing: The arrangers of
the first German Day were able, this time, by the expenditure of extraordinary
effort, to fill the stadium and Induce the German-ilmerican public to turn out
in great numbers. Does anyone suppose that this is possible twice a year?
For the success of such an affair the presence of the public is also necessar^^.
This is just as important as to have people to perform in the festival. The
German Day festival v/as a brilliant success in every respect. '.'Jhy do they
want to spoil the impression of this festival, or at least endanger it, by
arranging a second celebration?

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CELEBRATION FCLLOV;iIJG TIIIS YE/iR'3 aSHI.>iN DiY

Last Saturday, after all participants in this year*s German Day celebration
\vere rested from the labors involved in its preparation, and v/hen it was
possible to drav/ some conclusions about the after-effects of this v/onderful
affair, the Ladies* Auxiliary for the German Day celebration c^^ve a party in
Lincoln Turner Hall, v^hich it v;as hoped that all v/ho had actively co-operated
in the festival would attend. Although the attendance at the German Day
celebration had not come up to expectations — considering the services of the
Chairman, Mr. Gustav A. Bra. d, and of the officials and members of the
committee, and their untiring efforts in the interest of Chicago *s Germans —
yet it was quite a satisfaction to I.lr. Brand to hear many speakers acknov/ledge
and Draise the ;vork that had been accomDlished.

The affair v/as opened by L:r3. ?:iizabeth Vautinek, second vice-president and
president (sic) of the Ladies* Auxiliary for the German Day festival, who
introduced the creator of this year's German Day festival. In his speech

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ViT. Brand pointed out that this year's German Day celebration was a proof
that determination and unity lead to success. He thanked all co-workers
and the German people in general, for their active support. Other speakers
were Fred Brumund, first vice-president of the German Day celebration;
J. W. Kobalter, honorary president of the German Day Alliance. ...Mr. Brand
responded briefly, and also thanked the German Press for their support.....

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AN EPILOGUE TO GEFBAm DAY

(Editorial)

German Day is over. It produced, in all who were present at the festivity,
a feeling of boundless pride. At the same time, it imposes upon the Germans
of Chicago new tasks which are as difficult as they are honorable and grati-
fy ing» It is not an exaggeration to say that never, in the United States of
America, has there been a German Day celebration to be compared vath that at
the Stadium* This celebration gave complete and artistic expression to the
character and importance of German Day.

Such celebrations bring honor to the German population of our city. They fill
German-Americans with pride in their nationality; they evoke sympathy and
respect for the German nationality in oxir fellow citizens of different origin.
One may be proud to invite any American, no matter of what stock he is, to a
festival such as this. Now the question arises: German man, German woman,
what next?

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..'ith this yearns festiva.1 Gustav .i# Brand, chairr.Xin of the Geri.ian Day
Alliance, iias created a nev; standard for Geri.ian Jay celebrations. "A great
example av/al:enG ei.iuiation, and ].:alces the verdict rest on stricter lav/s." These
v;ords of t::e j)oet can also be ar)plied to this Geri.ian festival. ?ro:.i nov; on,
all Gormn Day celebrations mist be of the sai.ie artistic perfection as this
one \;as. Othenvise the public v;ill Sjiun thei.i, and they i:ill leave a bitter
taste in one's iKDuth, for it is inevitable that they \.lll be compared v/ith
the German Day celebration held in the .^tadiun on Geptonber IG, 1934.

The chairr.ian of the German Day ..llian.ce has brought about a festival v;hich
was frau[:ht v/ith r.ieaninf^ and perfect artistically, llaturally, a considerable
share of tiiG v;orlc ':as done by the dele{;:ates to the Geriian Day .J.liance, and
others, also, co-operated; this, too, should receive c^^ateful acl:uov;led{::ment.
But it is indisputable that tlie chairi'^an of the .J-liance deserves chief credit
for tbic splendid success of the v/orh, although he stayed Liodestly in the bacl:-
^grouhd durinc the v/hole celebration, 'fhe affair cost a good deal of ..loney,
nucli no re than any affairs of t:iis sort in tlie past. The money •..as raised, and

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for this, too, Gustav Brand deserves chief credit. By the part he played
in this celebration he has earned an hono arable place in the annals of German-
Anerican history.

How will the nerb German Day celebration turn out? V/ho will be in charge of
it? Can the Germans of Chicago find a man who is able and v/illing to take
1.^. Brand's place; a man who is ready to devote all his attention to this good
cause for a whole year', and make considerable financial sacrifices? This is
the question which the delegates to the German Day Alliance will have to face,
and with them, all Germans of Chicago. The problem would be much nearer a solu-
tion if Ivir. Brand could be persuaded to take charge of the celebration once
more. Lluch would be gained if he continued to act as artistic adviser in the
service of the good cause.

The proposal has been made that the next German Day celebration take the fonn of
a picnic. This would be a step bac]a':ards and a sad admission of poverty; it
would be a step unworthy of the traditions of the Chicago Germans. After the
glorious success of the last German Day, the Germans must, with increased ener.^
and creative fervor, in a spirit of harmony and unselfishness, set to v/ork an(

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prepare a German Day celebration vrorthy of the last one.

Abendpo st , Sept. 18, 1934.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abendpost) , Sept. lo, 1934.

FEST OF GERMANS COMPLETELY RESHAPED

Essentials of German Culture to be Displayed

Every German Should Visit Fest Performance if Possible

Motto: •Tiie guet Deutschland allewegej**

(Here and everywhere a toast to Germany)

An enormous amount of work has been done by the committee in making prepara-
tions for German Day; also by others who have volunteered their services to
this great task.

Numerous rehearsals were necessary to bring the fest show closer to the ideal
visualized by its **father/* Architect Gustave Brand, president of German Day,
Endless patience was required to achieve all the desired effects for the eye
of the onlooker—effects to last not only for a few hours, but to remain in
his memory for a long, long time. Many a drop of sweat was shed, and many a
sleepless night spent, to assemble all into a gigantic picture, which is to be
designated as the outstanding feature of that which is nationally and character-
istically German~how the German, in more than two thousand years has risen

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from a dweller in virgin forests to a cultural height with so great a signi-
ficance in the life of nations that even the most ignorant enemy cannot fail
to acknowledge the change.

Besides an enormous amount of work put into the fest show, Herr Brand likewise
has succeeded in creating a proper mood for German Day. He has tirelessly c:^
visited the performances of organizations preparing to fulfill his ideal of P
German Day, seeking the most active co-operation. How far his efforts have been ^
crowned with success v/ill be shown today. 5

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In a like manner, the other members of the fest committee have endeavored to
promote the success of German Day. The ladies^ group has succeeded in contri- D
buting quite sizable sums to the '♦war chest *♦ from the sale of flowers. The
German element may show its g3?atitude to all who have given their seirvices to
this great cause by appearing in large numbers at the 7/est Side Stadium today.

But not only must all who have co-operated in preparing the fest show be as-

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sured that their efforts are duly appreciated; it is up to us to demonstrate
to other nationalities that the German element can do something great when
so minded, and when working together. All this has nothing to do with pol-
itics. The celebration of German Day is no political show.

It should make no difference what anybody's attitude is toward conditions in
the old fatherland—whether he is or is not in harmony with the present form
of government in Germany. It should further make little difference what any-
one's political affiliations are, whether he is a Republican or a Democrat,
or indeed whether he sides with any other party. All that sort of thing should
be silenced today, as should the ever-present "bone of contention" among Ger-
man-American organizations: differences of opinion and contrasts.

We are all of the same tribe, no matter where or in what country our cradle
may have stood; all of us rapresent German culture; we all are heirs to the

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same tradition, which was a tradition when other nations (so bloated today)

had no history at all, not even a face they could call their own. In some

instances, some of these peoples hardly would have become nations, were it

not for the German elements in them. ^

There is only one thing for us to do on this day, ani that is to acknowledge "^
that we are proud of our German descent, that we are willing to cultivate and r;
to foster, in our lives, that which has been bequeathed to us by our ancestors: -o

the German language and the German character. o

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Gennan Day should serve to i^mind us that all we see and hear at the fest show §
has its roots in a country v/hich meets with enmity because it does not ••crawl
to the cross," and refuses to moan and to cry, but will rather strive onward,
resisting oppression in the hour of its greatest misfortunes; a country aim-
ing at a place in the sun. German Day, on the other hand, should help us to
contemplate, and to contrast all subsersive influences with those things which

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are generally considered special German virtues: righteousness, sincerity
and honesty.

If we, as American citizens, intone the song "Deutschland , Deutschland ueber

alles,^ then it is no boast at all, and is still less a negation of our oath as aS

citizens. It is rather the vital expression of the fact that we have become '^

aware of the value of what Geimany has given us all, and of what we should be- C

queath to our children in so far as possible, since things German are, to us, ^

more than just a hollow or meaningless phrase. 2

There should be a common awareness in us all that it is right to say that, the
better Germans we are at heart, the better citizens are we going to be in this
land, and the better able we will be to discharge the great tasks which confront
us. Making* headway, with our German character enabling us to put the German
brand upon many phases of American life, we can fulfill our duties as citizens
in the truest sense of the word. This we can do only when we stand together;
only together can we attain that high aim.

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We, as hiunan beings, can never attain to the ideal. There is one thing, how-
ever, that we can do: At least on this one day, we can make a living thing of
the motto quoted above: •Tlie guet Deutschland allewegel^

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GERI.LiN DAY

(Editorial)

The Chicago Germans celebrate Geriaan Day evary year* It is dedicated to the
commemoration of the great achievements of the citizens of German descent in
their nev; home, and of their services in the formation and development of the
United States; and this celebration should remind the present generation to
preserve their German inheritance and to cling to good German habits, to the
old meaningful customs, and to the German language.

The /\nerican of German extraction should be proud of his German descent. He
should revere both his adopted country, chosen by himself or by his parents,
and his native land. He should not allovj the enotional ties v/ith his native
land to break, but should cultivate them zealously, in order continually to
draw new strength from German culture for the new responsibility which Fate
placed upon him when she brought him to the New World. This new responsibility

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consists in supplying the American nation, v/hich is still in its period of
development, v/ith all the best characteristics of German culture, and thus to
give the influence of German ways and customs on American life the iioTportance
it should have.

The German character leads to the division of the German people. Hundreds of
German societies, with just as many different airas and purposes, are the best
proof of this, as far as Chicago is concerned. Once a year, however, on German
Day, all those of German extraction, whether they are citizens of this country
or of the Reich, and even if they are usually bitter enemies, should forget
their differences and think of themselves only as members of the great German
race. The German Day celebration is to be held today at the Stadium on lladison
Street. Those in whose veins Geiman blood flows belong beside the other Germans
assembled there.

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rv (Polish) The Chicago section of the Deutsch-Amerikanische Buergerbund
I\' (Bohemian) ( German -iuneri can Citizen's Association) held its annual pic-
nic yesterday. The ideal summer v.eather brought out a grati- ^
fyingly large crov/d. Activities begc^n early in the afternoon in Harms Park, *-^
the site of the picnic, but the high point of the affair v/as reached tov;ard ^^
evening. fl

The picnic committee did everything in its power to make things pleasant for g
those vjho attended. All kinds of amusei/ients v;ere provided for young and old, >-
and the refreshments, also, left nothing to be desired. In the pavilion gay ^
music was played for dancing; and a five-man orchestra marched tirelessly Si
through the park as it played its tunes* The children were not forgotten,
eitiier. In short, this was a typical German family picnic, which should long
remain a pleasant laemory for those who were present.

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IV Tlie Reverend Dr. ^George lJ^ Scherger, of St. Paul's

IV (Polish) ^^^angelical LutheiTaj^ Church was the speaker of the day,
IV (Bohemian) In the course of his very interesting talk, frequently in-
terspersed with lively ill\ist rat ions, he emphasized the fact ^
that Gennany — like any other nation— has a perfect right to manage its own af- 2
fairs as it sees fit; that, in spite of all its enemies, the German spirit will ^
find a way to reach its goal. He expressed the hope that i^ericans— especially f-
those of German stock — would help the German people in their hard economic X
stinggle. He concluded with an earnest appeal to German-Americans to maintain o
their unity; for only if they are proud of their German origin and stick to- ^
gether can they exercise an influence in keeping with their strength. S

The speeches of John E, Traeger, chairman of the reception committee, and of
Fred Rixman, president of the Buergerbund, were well received, as were the
remarks of several of the guests present. Among the latter were County Clerk
Robert M. Sweitzer, County Judge Edmund Jarecki, Judge Joseph Burke, Recorder
Clayton F. Smith, Fred Brummel, of the Board of Tax Appeals, Alderman John

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Toman, Fire Chief Arthur Seyferlich, and many others in public
life. The president of the German Day association, Mr. Gustav
Brand, was also present. He earnestly appealed to all present
to visit the festival next Sunday,

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Societies closely associated v.ith the Buergerbund v;ere strongly represented, and r^
later in the evening many singers cai^ie vjho had taken part in the picnic of the ^
Vereinigten Maennerchoere (United Ivlen^s Choruses) in Llorton Grove, Yet even in
the afternoon one might enjoy hearing German songs, for at about four o'clock
the lively Baeckermeister Gesangverein (Master Bakers 'Singing Society) marched
in, led by its fife and drum corps. The liheinische Gesangverein and the Schiller ^^
Liedertafel also sang.

^Vhen at last the time caiae to go home, everyone, upon leaving, thanked those
who had arranged this splendid festival.

The officers of the Buergerbund, who^^e hard work was largely responsible for
making the festival a success, are Messr.s. Fred I.ixman, president; .Villiam

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IV Joern and Gus ^cheel, vice-presidents; Christ Clausen, sec-

IV (Polish) retary; Ernst Brosius, financial secretary; and John Greiaer,

IV (Bohemian) treasurer. :^

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POoTLliDH TC T:U 'FOULoFI::^^ Oy T:TJ oCH!/7ADSN V2RJIN

Ti^ae to its custom of many years standing, tie jCiivjaben Verein oi' Onic^^o
organizea a postlude to its recent Cannstatt Folksfest, so as to s.iov' gratitude
to the Liein.bers or the co:j:iittee v;ii0, by t.ieir co-oparation or oti.er v;oric, con-
tributed to tne success or the rest* oucn repetition or trie rest v;as t.^e more
justiriea t.iis 3^ear, as tlie recent Jcavjaben picnic again resulted in a con-
sider-ible net profit, v/i.ici, as is rcnovm, was given over to C-xantaDle purposes.

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The celebration took: place on oiituraay evening m tiie D^iseiaent aall or the
Nortn Jide Turnnalle, 8-0 I.orta Glar"<: gtreet, ana v/us, as may be v;ell imagined, oj
a most Pleasant afrriir. President Julius .Ilein o-caneu zue Tjrorrnin. v;it:i a brier .■;-*
address on tae success or tnis yearns Cannstatt iTolksrest, anj expressed tae

most sincere taanks or tne organization to all v;ao so vvilliugly gave taeir
services, -ie tiien invitea tiie guests, a^'ong v/.iorn tae lair sex \\/ai^ so well
represented tixis year, to partaKe or a little supper (waich tustea especially
good because it v;as preparea by jvvaDian women) and to ao justice t-o tiie in-
vigorating arinks, lUrnis.Led to bring I'orta pleasant rei.iini sconces or t:e aays

or r^ugust ly and 20 m Pdverviev; ParK. Tnat tais invitation was acceptea

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in tiie approved manner of the Swabians ••fearless and faitnrul^ was shown

by the measly few trays which remained untouched, and which consisted largely

of empty dishes and bottles*

Tte management of the club, under the able leadership of its president,
Jxilius Klein, Secretary Geo. Iberle, and the other officials, provided an
elaborate program of entertainment, presenting first two songs by Inez Westen
— ••Trinklied^ from the operetta ••Die Kensche Susanna,'* followed by ^Das
braume Maidelein,** by Leo Ascher. They were received with hearty applause,
thanks to their excellent rendition* co

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Next followed the ••Buerzshaf t , *• by Schiller, arranged in snadow pictures by
Curt Benisch, and presented by Otto Haske, !• G« Scheib, Smil Baun, Anton
Iberle, and Franzi Scheib; this number provoked unbounded mirth. As an encore,
and as a special reminiscence of the Schwaben picnic, a nev/ly composed
••Schnitzelbank** was sung, \inder the direction of Curt Banisch, in which the
entire festive audience participated.

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The ovvabian Saengerbund, under the leadership of .lerr !I. .x. l^oriberg, offered
a nuiriber of songs, uirionc trior. *''.;aldi:ior(re", **21slein von Caub/' '-Dorfreigen,"
"Ruedeshei:;ier ..ein,*^ i-Jdid ".jn rtiein**. Tnese son^-s adaeu to tne enjoy.ent of
tLe evening and brougnt well-earned applause •

During tiie intermission, President .Iloin {^ave lonorary President '.alliarn ojuss
special t unks, in the naiie of t:ie club, for ms services to tne last SCiwaben
picnic. L'r. Janss responded v;ita a short talk. Tne next speaker wus Vice-
President /jilhelm Reicnert v;.:o, in a quite skillfully constructed poem, let
the Cannstatt Folksfest »»pass in review*' again; then cai.ie a fev; remarks fron
the vice-president of tae Sv;abian Saengerbund, Josef Beron, v/ho pleaded for
a large attendance at t::e German Day celebration next Junday in t:ie ..est oide
Stadium.

The rest of tae evenin^: was given ever to gay dancing, for w::ic.:. lTartwig*s
orcn:;stra (naving previously supplied tae supper music) played old and nev.^
melodies, until at last tne lateness of the riour Lrought -m 3n^. to t.ie

pleasant evening.

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FIFTy-SEViavjTH CAI^lCTATrSR FOLKSFSST CELEBRATED
Tribute to Schiller the Climax of This Year's

SvraLbian Picnic
Thousands of Swabians and Their Friends
Delighted by Excellent Program

GERMAN

Every time the Cannstatter Folksfest (Cannstatt Popular Festival) of the
Schwaben Verein (Swabian Society) takes place, people throng to the affair. "^
This has been true for the past fifty-six years. The fifty-seventh Swabian
festival, which was held yesterday and today in the big picnic grove in
Riverview Park, on Western Avenue and Roscoe Street, was brought to a close
with its usual liquid cheer, and was no exception to this rule.

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It might have seemed, in the morning, as though Jupiter Pluvius had played
a trick on the festivities. However, he took compassion upon the sorrowful
faces he saw on the members of the administi^tive board of the Schwaben
Verein (with the '^Schabenkoenig" ^wabian Kin^, J. Klein, and his faithful

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**Eckehardt , " Secretary George Iberle, as their leaders) when they
felt the first rain drops. He therefore speedily closed the dams of his water
basin and yielded the upper hand to Madame Sun, so that the festivities
might not be disturbed.

Early in the afternoon, when the festival was opened by Edward G. Hall*s
military band, with the '•King Karl March,'' the weather was very mild, and
there was not a trace of rain. Only a few umbrellas reminded one of the f
threat of the morning. They were brought along by some fearful persons, who Z
either used them later for protection against tne rays of the sun, or cursed
the fact that they had ever brought them.

No wonder that, right from the beginning, there was genuine Swabian life and
gaiety. This was made the easier as the committee, profiting by its previous
experiences, took every possible care that this year's Cannstatter Folksfest
should by no means be inferior to its most celebrated predecessors •

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The entertainment was especially interesting and varied, and there
is no need to mention the fact that the guests had plenty zo eat and drink,
for this is true at every Swabian picnic.

The Stuttgart Ilofkeller, displaying as its embler^ a "fruit pole" with various
fruits of the orchard, garden, and field, most artistically arranged, was the
greatest point of attraction for the guests who know the value of a glass of
good wine or of the more homely "Schorle-Morle". Other bars specialized in
beer or in nonalcoholic beverages, so that all tastes were provided for.

The kitchens had everything which a Swabian considers appetizing; indeed, the
food v/ould not be rejected by other countrymen fron the old fatherland. Only
some "Goaga" (natives of Tuebingen) seemed to miss their Sv/abian onion cake,
and they took to consuming such enormous quantities of sauerkraut and beef
that even the most modest bite of onion cake could not have found room in
their "manger," had they succeeded in finding it somev/here.

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The main attraction of the afternoon was a festiv;^ show performed
by children* The arrangement was that of the Swabian Verein, with all its
recitations; and decorations (in word and picture), and was played under the
experienced direction of Ellen Burckhardt-Schmidt* It was a huge success.

The play consisted of eight tableaux, preceded by a meaningful prologue and
brought to a sympathetic close by the singing of "Meiner EltemLied," vAich
was composed especially for the occasion by Julius Schmidt.

The tableaux s^nnbolized, in chronological sequence the annual masked ball of
the Schwaben Verein, its celebration of Lincoln* s and Washington's birthdays,
the Fourth of July, the Cannstatter Folksfest, the Schiller anniversary in
conjunction with Goethe's memorial, and a tx-ibute to mothers and wives (this,
however, is not yet on the festival calendar of the club, but may be in the
future because of this tableaux) . The performance closes with the Christmas
celebration, for which the Schwaben Verein prepares with special care and
generosity.

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The individual groups of the boys and girls in the performance had
costujnes to suit their roles, and played their parts quite thoroughly.....
Jji. list of the children in the performance i.s omitted in the translationj»7

The spectators who witnessed the performance agreed that this presentation
was the best ever given in this field at a Chicago Schwabenfest. What that
implies, all those v/ill know who have attended past stage shows.

Especially charming and refreshing were a few additional songs and dances.
Gertrude Thinger played the piano accompaniment. Ruth Lumpp was excellent ::rS
for a beginner.

To ccTjnemorate the one-hundred-and-seventy-f ifth anniversary of Schiller* s
birthday ^V/allenstein's Lager" was staged, under the direction of Curt
Benisch, who was assisted by Lucie 7esten and other noted artists, as well
as by the Schwaebische Saengerbund (Swabian Singers' Association).

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They will well remember that, in this respect, the Schwabeji Yerein

always has been highly regarded.

One would hardly go amiss in the assumption that yesterday's staging of

^V/allenstein' s Lager'* made such a favorable impression upon the audience that ^^
a large niimber of those present will visit and enjoy the Schwabenfest again

today. Those who dia not see it yesterday should not miss today's performance, r-

Good playing and good singing prevail throughout, and no one will rep:ret I

having attended the theatrical performances of this year's Cannstatter Folk- :

fest. ^ames of performers have been omitted in translationjy l.

Between the performances of the afternoon and evening a brief address was made L
on the stage of the festival theater near the "fruit pole'*. It was made by
F. W. Brummel, member of the tax-reviewing office, who, representing Kayor
Edward J. Kelley, expressed the welcome and greetings sent by the head of the
city.

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Mayor Kelly had wired the 7erein that his absence from the city made
it impossible for him to attend the Schwabenfest. At the same time he sent
his best wishes to the festival and hoped it would have a splendid success •
He used to attend all such affairs of the Schwaben Verein.

Speaking first in English and then in German, Mr. Brummel urged his audience
to cultivate harmony among German-Americans, so that they would again play
the same role in the public life of the city, the state, and the land as be-
fore the war — a role to which they are entitled l^y nature and by right.
To give emphasis to his statement, the speaker named a number of German-Ameri- o
cans who occupy important positions in the public life of Chicago and Cook
County. They administer these public offices in such a manner as to bring
honor to their German fellow citizens.

Mr. Brummel* s words were repeatedly interrupted by enthusiastic applause. At
the end, he was given an ovation which was sufficient proof that his words had
fallen upon receptive ears.

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Kr. Brummel was introduced by the vice-president of the Verein,

Wilhelm Reichelt. Subsequently, the floor was given by President Julius

Klein to Mr. Gustav A. Brand, president of the German Day Organization,

who made a forceful appeal to his audience to come to this year's celebra- -e

tion of German Day, which will take place at the Chicago Stadium on Sunday, ^

September 16. P

Following this, the German song came into its rights, as was to be expected 7f
at a Schwabenfest. It was the Schwaebische Saengerbund which discharged this ^
duty, under the leadership of its director, K. A. Rehberg, in such a manner ^
that it won enthusiastic applause. The Verein sang "Des Waldes Morgangruss,** ;
by Wensel; the folk song ♦'Im Schoensten V/iesengrunde,** '*Der Lustige Peter,**
by Paul von der Beck; Silcher's dance, ♦'Bin i net a Buerschle,** and one more
folk song "Nun ade du mein liebes Heimatland** . They gave splendid proof of
their singing ability.

The well-known magician, H. Roethig, added to the entertainment by a number

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of tricks, which he perfoimed with astounding agility, to the wonder-
ment and general amusement of his public.

Among the especially welcome guests present were delegates from the Swabian
societies of Detroit, Philadelphia, St. Louis, South Bend, Benton Harbor, and ^
Milwaukee. 5;

The German Consul general, Dr. R. Jaeger, together with his staff of officers, F
were absent because of the official six weeks' mourning for the deceased "j
President of the Reich, Paul von Hindenburg. ?■

The customary festival processions did not fail to make an impression. They r;
afforded an occasion for all to admire the becoming Swabian folk costumes ^
which, of course, is the easier to do when pretty "Schwoaba maedle'^ are in
them.

The greatest activity could be observed in the dance hall. It was continually

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filled, so that, at times, dancing was no longer the pleasure it
was supposed to be.

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FESTF/.J. 0? TI^'^: OLD 32TTL::r^S 3P0IL3D 3Y '?^-.V:\
I.'lany Old-tiners Attended Despite Inclement ^/eather

It v/as the firnt time in nany veurs that the anniversary/ celebration of the
Old Settlers, hel^ in the picnics ^^rove of -Uverviev; Park was not favored by
fine v/eather. Though the downpour of rain was a boon other^/dso, it v/oulcl have
been more to the lilcinr: of the Chica::o turners had th^ v/eather been fair.

It was the sixtieth tine that tlie turners invited the Old Settlers to be their
quests. A larre portion of the history of Chica.'-^o is contained in the archives
of the turner clubs, as well as a larre portion of the history of all those who
aided in the building:', of this ciS'^^tic city. Hot much ado, hov/ever, attended
this sriecial festivity/. I'ver^^thin-^ took its ovm course as it was wont to do
in the years past, vrith one exception — one of the oldest members of the turners*
cormnunity, llr. Julius Llimjpermann, vms named honorary president of the festival.
For years I.'r. Zimmemann v;as in charge of re{;:istrations, distributing arnon^^ the

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guests ribbons viith the year inscribed upon thein. Anyone v/ho expected that
LIr» Zir.Tnermann would becone excited because he v;as nade honorary president v/as
disappointed. The old f^entlerr^n sat there, busy v/ith his cards, devoting to
them the same affection and care he has alv/ays shown.

Conciderir-'^ the inclement weather, the attendance at the festivities vras C00^>
especially in the evening;, v;hen the larr;e park became filled. The festival
continued until the early hours of the morning:.

It (sO^s v;ithout sayinf: that the ref'istrations are behind those of last year;
but this applies only to the youn^iier generation, for the oldsters could not be
kept from comin,^ to the festival. Even in the pouring rain, automobiles filled
to overcra/zding arrived at the park. The older participants, beneath umbrellas
and clad in raincoats, first walked to the place of registration, then sat down
in the large recreation hall v;here the orchestra played dance music. Long
before the program was officially begun dances v/ent on gaily. The gentlemen
from the committee had their hands full trying to calm the impatience of the

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oldsters. They insistec on havinr' their Drize ^larce, vhicl' v:as tlie hi-^h point
of the entort'-iinnent.

The refreshment stalls v/ero also busy. This tine those in cliarne of the
festival erj-^a-^ed tv.^o hand-orc'-in nla'^'ers, v;ho entertained the -quests vith their
unceasing rielodies. In spite of the rain sinf^in^ v;ent on vir-orously. h'hen the
sky bec'ine clear, sometine la.ter, most of the business concentrated around these
tails, and th.e old order of t)i9 festival vas re-establisheO a^ain.

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Turner Charles Jchncider vrho, as alv/ay s , direct^-^d this part of tlie festivities, ^~
did not have to call lon,^ before tlie necess-'jr:' couples v/ere to-r^ether. He f- '
directed the sin'^in;: in the usual manner and the same './as done v/ith the honor
dances, h'ao the oldsters had their v;ay the affair v;ould li-ive been continued
much longer.

The follovrinrr couples participated in the prize dances and 7:ere honored v/ith the
usual flov;er v/reaths: 1) /-dina Keller, 53 years old, 715 ./est Ibth .Jtreet, and

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Philip Brand, 31 year:: olc , 360^~ \un-i Jtrcot — to "other 174 years.

2) harie .^chaefcjr, C4 ycarj ola , 5351 I'orth hed::ie ^venue, and Jooe:)h Ontell,
87 years old, 3903 '"Vrennliaw Street— oo-etlier 171 yearr:.

3) .JTitonia .'Jchallan, 81 years ol(:., 1041 ^outh Jcvcr.th .vVcrAie, ha:,^.';ood, and
.^vndre'.? Jpecht, 87 years old, 10803 Hale .ivenuo — to;:et}i3r 168 years.

4) Iio:r^;iina jchrepernan, 84 years old, 309 Jouth Si^rinz .^verxue, and Fred
3chr.ehardt, 84 years old, Lluridelein, Illinois — to/^ether 168 years.

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5) -.K^ixes rlartman, 74 years old, D320 Justine Street, and /iiT.old Scbjnitz, 90 c-^.
years old, 4343 South ./ells Jtroot — to,';:ethor 164 '^ears.

6) Cardlno Bennett, 82 years old, 1947 IIov/o ..venue, tmd ;^u::ust Hanl.e J82 year
old7, 6326 Cuyler Avenue — tor^ether 164 years.

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7) Bertha ./iiilclej 76 years old, 1730 ..crth Hancock otroet, and Julius }3ocl:,
B2 years old, 4427 l.orth Bernard Street — t.o^^otrier 158 years.

0) .kU;;:u3ta Schreimer, 78 yo'irs old, 4436 ■:orth Artesian .v/eviue, and 3. 2C.
Hancock, 78 years old, 1745 ..'allcr otroet — tOi'^etlier 156 years.

9) Rosie I.'ohrer, 71 years old, 115 /est 46t]i Pl'.ice, and .;illiari k'ohrer, 75 years ^^
old, 115 ./est 46th Place — to:-ether 140 years, ^

10) Ida Lundeen, 72 years old, 1823 Chase 3treet, and Charles Otto, 83 years
old, 4217 South I-o:-:art Street — to^jether 155 years.

The prize dance v/^s concluded v/itli a nolonaise.

Not only the old ones but tl\e children, too, had a place assigned then in the
nro-^ran of the da^^. -j3 the tine for the be^inninr' of the mies had to be de-
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avoidinr' all the cuoGtioiiS about v.^hc:i they '.vere to corT.ience. IIov;evor, the
desired nonent finally arrived -rirsl in no tine the place near the dance hall a^as
crov/ded v/itn children, especially the smallest ones, trenblinr: with e/icitement
and ea^er to v;in one of the beautiful prizes v/hich '.vere sot aside for the
individual contests. It is no v;onder tliat the adults v;ere carried av;ay v;ith
the childrer.^s Joy and, v/ithout tryin,^ to cojapete, ran and leaped alon{;^.

The hands of the clocl: noved up to 7 P. I". At hoadnuarters they v;ere busy v/ork-
inr<; out the naraes of those v;ho v/ere to receive the honor medals for the year.
This usually constitutes the highest point of the festival, nhen the winners of
prizes are announced. Just ho^7 nuch value the ol^^sters attacli to bein^^ -anonr;
the prize winners is evident fron the fact that a larc^ number of "scouts" kept
lolterinr^ about the headr^uarters , tryinf: by various ruses to find out v/ho the
lucrcy ones really were. But of course this could not be disclosed.

This Yearns Prize VJinners

l) Lichael J. Brady, 1248 ITon'/ood ixvenue; the oldest male settler of Chica^^o and

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Cook County; in Chica-^o since 1847.

2) lulizabeth For-^us, 255 .'est I.'arquette Road; the oldest vror:ian settler of
Chica.p-o and Cool: County;*; in Chica-'O since 1851.

3) JuliuG Bock, 4:92^ Bernard Avenue; the oldest nale settler of Chicar^o and
Cook County/ vrho -Tas born in 'C^rmany; born 1851 in Berlin.

4) Clara Pxisnussen, 623 Oal-idale .'vvenue; the oldest v/oman settler of Chicar^o and
Cook County v;ho vras born in Cerrnany; born 1853.

5) Ceorrje Schall, 5815 '.'ashtenav/ Avenue; the oldest r.iale settler of Chicago and
ook County bom abroad but outside Cferraany; born 1852 in /ilsace; in Chica^;;©
ince 1870.

6) I.^ar^r Ilarchant, 1635 ^loll^nTOod Avenue; tlio oldest ?7onan settler of Chicago
and Cook Count^^ v:ho vras born abroad but outside C-err.iany; born 1879 in Hastin:^s,
3n<^land .

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7) John Hehn, 811 Keeler Avenue, the old settler who was active longest in the
same business in Chicago, and who is still active in the same business; since
March 17, 1862, with C. B, Miller and Company.

8) Otto H. Thiel, the old settler who lived continuously in the same place in
Chicago for the longest period of time; at 2046 West Erie Street for 78 years.

9) Herman and Marie Pretzer, 87 and 81 years old, respectively, 1434 Wellington
Avenue, received a prize as the settler couple whose ages when added would
yield the highest figure.

10) Jane E. Brady, 1243 Norwood Avenue, with six children, ten grandchildren
and three great grandchildren, the head of the family showing the largest number
of children and children's children at the festival.

11) C. L. Cureton, 89 years old, 2144 Floumoy Street, Company A, Thirty-
second Regiment, Missouri Infantry, the oldest Chicagoan who was a veteran of

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either the United Jtates /Jmy or ^.civy.

Tb.is 7<^rtr, ns ir the year > past, there vrere r;uito a nu:":ber of politici-^ns arnon^;:
the n-uests of th.e Turn_^eneinde» They v;ere, ?jnon'" ot:iers: County Recorder
. Clnyton F. 3nith, ;j.den.ian John Tonnn, County Clerk Robert l\ -'Xveitzer, Judge
Joseph Burlce, and Jur:^ Gormissioner Charles ITeu.'nann. They v/ere greeted, on
all sides as friends and visitors of lonfj standing. :^

x\n announcement v;as nade durin;j the oi.tertainrient that the Turn^-jemeinde v/ould
neve into its nev; home at 4217 Lincoln /^venue on October 6* It is a modem 79.

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BIIAUTIFITL FOLKF^.ST OF TH^ PLATTD^TSCIffi
Baeckermeister Gesangverein Especially YJell Represented

The Plattdeutsche (Lov/ Germans) seem to be specially favored by St. Peter for,
although it was quite murky in the morning, the sky became clear later and thus -^
made possible the success of the Folkfest (popular festival). '^

In order to make all the preparations the members of the committee worked from z..',

early morning. St. Peter must have watched them at their work, because toward ^:
noon his attitude became friendly. VJhen the first rays of the sun began to
appear, many people began to arrive at the picnic grove of Riverview Park, and
in a short time tho place became the scene of great activity. The Park became
considerably gayer and more festive at 3 P.?'. , v/hen a long procession of master
bakers arrived. Headed by their own band of drummers and pipers the uniformly
clad groups marched into the picnic grove where they were greeted heartily by
the Plattduetsch Grotgilde (Great Guild of Low Germans).

After marching once through the Park and receiving hearty greetings from

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everyvyhere, tlia fesi^ivai pi-ocession ;vas addrossed bj their roraor
Grand Vastor, Freu Rijcn^tn, and b^ Grand Llantor ?:;ul II. V/a^^nor ^vlio, in the
name of th3 Lov; Gern:in3, jxtjnded a cordial ./elcomo to uhe sin-inr clubs as
v;ell as to tlie band of droi jnars*. Tlio president o£ the Baoc-C jrno is tjr
Gesanr^^rein (n^star Bakers* oinoin:; Club), Mr. Cliarles IHinciaaann, thanl^ed
!!r, Jarnev Tor tlia friandl'' vjelooiie, and expressed the hope thr-it tlia friend-
liness of the relations established durin;^^ the festival bot.voen the t.vo or-
Cani:::atiGiiS ..ould continue and increase.

The Plar.tduetsche r;rot;_:ilde- .jas particularly .;ell represented yesterday. There
v;ere the Deutschj Kri e-^erbuno (Alliance of Gernan .arriors), the Jchiller
Liedertafel, the 3chles^vi;^-IIolstoin 3aen(:3rbund, nnd the :J::celsior i.taennerchor.

The och.vaben Vorein (Sv;abitin Sooieby) of Chica^'TO vliich rj^nerally comes to visit
the Folkfest of the Lo.; Gtjrmais, like vise came in lari':e numbers; the'' were con-
ducted b:- the band of dru:^mers and -.dpero into tae Park and into the Durenkrug
( farmers • tap room ) .

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The performances of the tap crew of the Illinois Tumbezirk were
received with applause. Directed by Ernst C. Klafs, who is in charge of the
District, the crew conducted itself commendably at the bars. Particular
ovations were given to the only lady turner to participate in the performances.

Those who wanted to dance had a really good time in the dance hall, and were
entertained by Kartwig's orchestra. The '♦Hungry Five** in the Eurenkrug put
everyone in a gay mood.

The eelstalls, especially popular at Low German festivals, were very much in
demand. Those who arrived late at the Park noticed to their regret that the
enormous stores had been consumed. They, accordingly, compensated themselves
for this loss by eating Richter's sausages, which tasted very good.

Until late at night there was a busy atmosphere among the Low Germans and there
was no doubt that the Grotgilde may enter this festival in its books as a splen-
did success.

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The rollov/inr; were the chief officers of the coiiimittee: Paul 11. V/a,[;ner,
chairraan; ./lllheLa Fiiinern, second chairman; Ii. L. Nordec^g, secretary; Charles
Kins, treasurer; Arthur J. Lloeller, ticket treasurer; and Hmma Goetsche, August
Weigelt and Fred Rixnaan. There v;ere also forty other members v;ho v/ere continu-
ously busy, helping to make the festival a success. ^

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f:!;stiV'\l of nia yzk^iu iiiUtschhir :.XLTia^.iEGS-'^;7.Tz;puiii3N a a^ccEss

This year the Verein Deutscher '..'eltlcriess-Veteranen (Association of German
World '.Jar Veterans) held its outinc ^iid rifle match in Link*s Grove in
Glenviexv. The festival was v/ell attended and, because of the ideal v/eather,
v/as ver^' successful • The death of President von Hindenbure v/as not v/ith-
out effect upon the mood of those present, but it \;as impossible for the
Association to shift the festival to another, more suitable day.

I.'any of those at the outinc had already taken part in the automobile parade.
This set out for the festival in the r.orninc; others follov/ed, and soon the
place v/as filled v/ith a happy crov/d v/hich joyously took part in the many
entertainments. There vns shooting for prizes and for the title of best
shot; rifle rames, and entertaiarient for old und younr. ]'eautiful prizes v:ere
provided for the best performances. The Association and Stahlhclm (Steel
Helmet) bands v/ere kept busy :}layinr., -nd music v;as also provided for those
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of Foreign '.'ars vieve also present, so that richt up to the close of the
festival there were lively rr>inf:s-on, which provided encrossinr entertainment
for younf and old. Nor vjas physical coiiifort neglected. Those who had failed
to brine provisions with them found refreshments of every sort right there, ^
In the mornin<7 it had looked a little like rain, but in the course of the day ':>>
the sk:^ cleared up, so that the affair turned out very v/ell. The success of the ^
festival is due not least to the com.iittee in cliarco, v;hich not only made excel- 7
lent preparations for the festival, but during the coiirse of the affair did .7
everythinr^ in its power for tiie coml'ort and entertainment of the guests and the -;
success of the festival.

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III F ajH:.L;iK ]?L::3tival cjlj3:LVZ3D i:: i:o:?r:LuRi^ li^^i^JA

The Oeririan Day celebration v/'is held yesterday at the Lake County fairgrounds
in the northern part of Indiana. Of course it i3 difficult to jud.^e the effect
of this national celebration upon the political unification of the G-eriiian-
rUiericans; but one thin- is certain: the inspirin.3 influence of the festival
prograi:! fell u:)on fertile soil. It is not loud applause, v/hich follows the
strong ooints of a speech on a special ores;int tion, but caiLm contemplation and o
deep insi:;]:it that provides the roots for the grov/th of a r.oveiaent. -.Tiereas on io
other festive occasions speeches are not alv;ays received enthusiastically, but r>o
are accepted by nany as a necesoary evil, the speech delivered on German Day
in Gro^rvn Point 7/ill remain in our me..:ory for a loii;; time.

The progr^im coiiurdttee v;as careful to eli/dnate 'iOlitics from the day*s celebra-
tion. This does not i.iean that no mention v/as made of politics; for the program
contained a nuiaber of nictures of candidates for the cominr- electioixS. However,
althou/'Ji a larr,e nui-iber of these /-entlemen appeared at the festival, no one v;as

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III ? presented, and no one made a speech. The :^ro/2;ra::i, v;ith soi.ie few ex-

IV coptions, v/as follov/od througliout. Only the veteran of the Indiana
GeriTian-Anerican nove.ient, Ilorr ?. 'J. Lillor, and the ^resident of the

Gerir^n Day of Ghica-':o v;ere .c:ivGn an opportiiriity to say a fev: \7ords to the c^th-
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The faircroundr. are rjuite suit:rulu for such affair^i. The './eather v;as beautiful, ^
althou-Tji sli,;:;itly v;indy and unpleasantly dusty. The crov:d v/as elated, and T/ith- "^
in t:JO hours after the business of the celebration liad bee., transacted the jlace
was alive '.:ith a hustle and huzzin,'-; as thou:;li an enornously lar^^e fcu.dly had
Tiiade tliis its irieetii:,;^ place.

The crowds scraabled to the nany booths. In spite of c^'oat supplies, the ice
creair. v;as sold out before 5 o*cloc': ii: the afternoon. A s lall amy was busy
dispensing beer and satisfying all v;ho v/ore thirsty. The club wo;,ien 7;ho v;ere
busy in their boo-oh sellin.j fooastuffs did their best to satisfy the v.-iohos of
the participants. In this tent v;ere the busiest wor-zers of the day.

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III F Day celebration which is to be held in Chicago. No less successful were 4

17 members of the American Legion, with the sale of their red, white, and ^

blue coca2?ds (ribbons), and the young girls who sold these decorations F

to men, women, and children. In short, the celebration was successful and the ^

day was spent in complete harmony, and those responsible for it may be proud 3
of their accomplishment.

Preceding the festivities was a parade of automobiles which presented a beau-
tiful sight. About one hundred and fifty Lake County cars participated. The
participants from Hammond gathered at the Hammond Club House. This group then
3X>de to Gary and there they net the Gary group at the Transylvanian Sachsenhalle
(Hall of Saxons). They then continued their ride to the fairgrounds, and the
procession became larger as cars from other places joined it. After going once
around the fairgrounds the cars dispersed again.

According to the program the festival was to start at exactly 2 P.M. Everything
was ready, but the vast fairgrounds made it necessary for the orchestra to

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III F play louder thaii they ordinarily would have. At approximately 3 P.M. , 'i^

rv when about four thousand people had gathered, the celebration vjas offi- ^

daily begun with the raising of the American and Gernan flags, p

In his short address, the president of the fest, V/alter Landien, referred to J

the motto printed on the progra/a: "Proud of the deeds of our forefathers, we £

neither ascribe to self-aggrandizement nor to being pushed aside; our purpose oo

is co-operation with the aims of this country and allegiance to it; but w^e also I^

hold fast to the old cultural treasures, the German language and the Gerraan ^
customs •••

Then followed the numbers of the program. True enough. Director Reinhold V/alter
had no mass choir at his disposal, but the songs of the United Singers from Cal-
umet City, Gary, Haromond, and Blue Island were very inspiring, and this is also
true of the songs of the Hammond Ladies' Choir, The men's choir sang the songs
"Das ist der Tag des Herrn," "Horch, die alten Eichen rauschen," and "I'/ie's
daheim war"; the ladies' choir sang "Heideroeslein" and "Fruehlingsgruss" by

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The orchestra, under the direction of Henry Roediger, played in addi-
tion to the national hymns, the jiarch froia Tannhauser; the overture to tho op-
eretta, Toet and Peasant"; the inarch, ^'Alte Kameraden'' ; and finally, ♦♦Ky f^

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To relate a small episoae: The musician who v/as to suiiuLon the singers viith his 2
bu,^le chose as his si^:nal the introduction to the wonderful song ♦♦How Dry I Arfi,^* ^
which caused a rix^ple of merriment throu{::hout the fairgrounds. However, the Cj
sinpers gave no evidence of dry tendencies in their son^s, nor did they maintain
a dry attitude tov;ard their fla^r.

Storms of applause v/ere accorded the schuhplattler Verein organization Gamsgebirg,
which demonstrated that the German folk dances are more pleasing to the eye
than the more uniform dances of other countries. Toward the end two Buam
(lads) performed a Hakeln (contortion dance). The Sv/iss Hans Steck, v/hose

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17 : usical .:)ro'-ran,

i^'red l^obeniiorso, c'l .iniicn oi the Go2Ma:i-.j;iorican :^opu;>lica;i Club or Ha:,u..ond,
then 3tcp-)Gd ovov* to tho :-icro]")lionc 'iiid recid tlic duy*n roGOlution '/liich includ-
ed tliG ro' ucst for stro:i;or union anon'^ tln^ G-Gr.;:an3 an- i'or t:icir co-operation
to ncet rorcoiuliy the rvi-novfed ;.ro-;::r • nda O-* hatred. The ajGoiably oiodred al-
le^^iancG to the Oonsti-oution oi* the United ot-ites ana to the support oi .iiierican
ideals, h'ith this the official ■r)art or the Test CLj:ie to a close.

Professor Jr. Georpe ^. licherper, pastor of the 3t. raul Cluircli of Chicapo, pave
the invocatio'i.

He spohe to his closer countryMen as a native of Indiana; he spoke of preat thinrs
of the past 'vhich lie had e::perienced personally. Then ho proceeded v/it'i his
speech, the like of :;hic}i, in the pov:er of ius effect, has seldon been nade on sin-
ilar occcisions.

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He v;ent bad: a c^^^^"^ distance in the iii;^toi^'- of the v;orid to Siioiv tiiat

the Geri^ian r-;ce had been an insti^iiaent of pov;er at a zii-ie v:hen absolutely •:>

notliinc ^'as hnov;n of mon^'' countries and yoO'jles v-ho are gloat in,", because 2

Oj? th.eir oov;or today. He v;ent so far as to assert that i.;any of these peoples '^

v/ould not even exist today if the - had not been i..ade into na.tions by the Qer- r;

laanic race v;hich at that tine stood at the pinnacle of culture, -u

By the use of nany enai.iples to illustrate his points, he proved his ability to co

defend his assertions, esi)ecially a./iinst the attitudes of tiiose .inericans v;ho
BQQi:. to believe that the Gkiruan is only (a product) of yesterday, thereby con-
sciously or unconsciously overlooking the fact that a fifth of this countiv^s
iiii-iabit:_aits are of CVerr'ian descoiit and that, in the so-called oririnal hiritor^^
of this land, the C-eriaan tribes played an i:..i:osinp, part, not to mention General
Ton Steuben, Carl 3chur:^, and the i.iany others v;iiO achieved ci*^at ouccess in all
fields of coiiTJierce, induotr^.', science, imsic, arts, reli-ion anc education.

Tlirourh the Geman turners, :2:y::i]iastic oaercises v;ore introduced into the schools;

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III F German singers are alleced to have given incentives to many English ^

IV singing societies; a German musician, Theodore Thomas, taught the
Chicagoans to appreciate heroes like Beethoven, Bach, and Schubert.

This list could be continued indefinitely. If you look beyond the surface you
v;ill encounter Germans everyvjhere. It is an historical fact that the Revolution-
ary War would hardly have been won without a von Steuben, try as one might to
cover up that fact. 7/hat is more, the Northern States would scarcely have been co
victorious in the Civil V/ar had it not been for the German-iimerican regiments ^
mainly composed of turners.

It was the German race vdiich prevented the world from becoming latinized, once
through Herrmann of the Gherusci, a second time through Luther. It (the German
race) often went its own vjay, and this certainly did not please the others. For
that matter no one should accept erroneous ideas about his homeland.

More than any other group in this country the Germans strive for personal freedom
and individuality. However, no one is so unfortunate as to forget his native

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III F land, his origin, or his ancestors' contributions to his adopted country. ^

17 Still, many have even gone so far as to be actually ashamed of their ^

origin, whenever displeasure has been expressed toward Germans by some p

racial group or grouplet. C

This must be differenti Attitudes must change, and then the Germanic peoples 2
will realize how soon they v/ill rise to the importance of a power, one may bear ^
in mind that only that person attains success in all fields who remains faith-
ful to himself*

Not until the curfew, if one may say so, did the beautiful park begin to empty
itself. In a beautiful, cool, room within an exhibition hall, the dancers en-
joyed themselves. The festival groxinds were teeming with people who sought
their own particular form of the entertainments offered by the festival. \?hen
they departed they expressed the wish that they would enjoy as successful a
festival next year. The children, who received many gifts, repeatedly ex-
pressed this wish.

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III F The following organizations from Hammond participated in the preparations
IT for the German Day: the Hammond Ladies' Choir; the German Aid Society,
District 529; the German Frauenverein; the LIutual Aid society, section
30; the German-American Republican Club; the Hammond Singing Bund, ^yidelia**;
and the Steuben Society of Indiana; from Gary, the German Lutheran Huterns
Parish; the German Aid Society, District 421; the first Transylvanian Saxon,
K.U.V 26 (Royal-Hungarian Club No. 26); the Gary Liederkranz; the German Sport
Club; the Literary Dramatic Club; and the Transylvanian Saxon Sport Club.

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From among the members of all these organizations the nujaerous committees v;ere ^
chosen, and the success of the German Day festival is the result of their labor.

The festive corimittee was composed of the following gentlemen: v/alter Landien,
president; Lewis V/ieser, first vice-president; Hans Friedrich, second vice-
president; Richard Nacke, secretary; Karl Isenbarth, assistant secretary; Karl
Grieseler, treasui'er; and Hans Hugel, assistant treasurer. The trustees were:
Andy Markel, M. Henning, Ernest Fischer, and George Gximbel.

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Benoath the shade trees of !Iar:i*3 ??.rk, and Tavored b;;^ ideal weather,
the '^"^un':arian !Tntional3* :3i3l: ".id Sceiet:^ of Chioaro celebrated its arLnuc.l
oin.iorfest. The ^r^--ir)i nation's ad linistr-ition, in co-overr.t ion v/ith repre-
sentatives of Vc.ri^TiG otlijr "^r'-^a-ps, made the festivil a success. 'Hhe
nanerous vi.sitoro h?,d -x 7>lea3ant d';;' \nd .;ill, undcubtedl;', ren^nber it
icr a Ion: tine,

any faniilies arrived arourd noon to eat, in thj o^en, the food the;^ had
brou ;ht v;ith ther., or to recreate thei.i3olve'=; in zh.: uirin- r^^on or in the
veraiida -.vitii the delicate viands ^Tenared in th.. l-ritchen b;^ ,.he J.adies of
th5 or:*ani/:ation. The bar had ;-ood .vine and ./his]:"^ on ta-*;-. and these v/ho
v;anted to re-''r:;sh the:":3elves on coo:^ ice crea-i or .soft drinhs .:ere ^;ivin
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In z'.\o (iRnca h-^11, :iu;-ic v/'^is fnr:ish3o. in th'3 :i*tj..noon .nd svonin ;. ' uito
a "nl,)asuro .van it to sit in t::3 ~ un -iri^^n vsard:! (nronouncad tshnrdah-
road-ni^.e im;, ;h..):.^a r:enuino -un 'arinn '^i^s'- nusic -lould bo onjo^od tc-
rothjr -/it:! one's drin>:3, Cti: jr ]"0^nxl!\r '^nt^rt :i^:i3nt:"3 , V':iried in v.^nn.jr,
.•ore nj;ovid.od, Tov/ird jVc;:iin" tli} .^i'vln* section oi' tho -^diinr^ariiins^'
ent jrt:::inou .;it;i oon-3.

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Oi the orr':ini:-:ation and by the band, ovorv :j]iild received a nice pr.^3jnt.
Prior to t'lir?, Vro idont J'o'ni 11^33 .;nde 3rccial nontion to the efi'ect that
the future or the or^ani:".ation lies v;it:: the :"oat-i,
tro h.icin'- th^ -uests od honor ^r/ the ^rv:):iidj'^t,
v;olc: no bo all thj "U-jsts re'-

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3oci^t:'; "^rtin . ."i.rr:Inll, /.•.n'"":>hor xou^^-ljr nd ;^rjro::t. "raaidont ^i* v.^ctio"':
C'n.3; I.uc;v;i3 nobe2.'*t, 33Ci'3t*ir:" oi t\\c United norr.or.-.jastro- 'un'^'rrir.::. Or.f^aniz-
ationn ("r. '.'.dv-r. in lik^^'^isj t're ;^rer?id3nt '^T tl-.i:^ (.-r ^ ni.:at ion) ; ^:ic^' /a^nor,
'f^rjfiuv^iit c ' tho ..'intri'c-.r. ..ia .3oci.3t'' '^';too:: in lir^en''; '^Vann^* .o.ton jchoenherr,
'ivhon the president dasi^-n-itod hf; the r^it'i.:* oi* trio ^'Ilan/rari'^ns'*; j'rau .lo^^nor
'"^vill, ^^rasidjnt of '-rHnch lla^ibsr j^/o oi* i.hj C'^r/i^n-TJin—^ri-^n Didior' Vrcijty;
th ; no'.v dir3ctor ^^r th3 sin-'in-^ "-oction of* the *'^'un :-;rir:n3", ftton^.r Cerasch;
;:r. Onbrir^l J'un":, -^nd dr. ^arl doc^irar^

The CO i.^it-too vhich in so oxenT^lniy .■;'ip]:ion ^r9;^ar3d -ind :n^ina:;*od yjstorday*s
ontire arran'^e:i3nt5^ .van co.r*^os3d of th^) .■ol3.ov7inr' ruribor.^:

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John ^j33S, i3Gt president; John Laiur, fent S3cr3tr:r7; P. J. ^.111, fost

treasurer; J. Ji^iillonp, J. .rich Lcrn, J. athss, ' . 3pranorr, ,:.

A, .'ildhat^ch, W. 7rauenhof J3r, 7. ::anti::c5r, .;. ':]chir:'ianr, >. '7eiss::iann,

1. "ioschhj, ;.. dehn-^lbach, J. ^rebhardt, J. ;-jidr3-3, . Lansin:73r, J. Crt-'iann,

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A. Berger, ?. 3chaltz, N. Sieburg, A. Pahorny, F. Zorbo, ?. Kilmer, J. Guldner,

G, Hollstem, J. Schirmang, A, Ilorfmann, ?• *:ondik, P. Kahles, !!. ''arschall,

Frau Ivlayer, Frau Kuppor, Frau Jung, Joe Schamber, J. Guenther, N, Zini'ierrnan, ^

and A, V/agnar. p-

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Abendpost, Jiily 30, 1934 •

PICNIC OF SOUTH SICE G^miAN-AlSRIC.ilNB

The first large picnic given by the Illinois Federation of Germans and
Austrians in Frank Simon's Grove, 117th Street and Homan Avenue, was suc-
cessful, and many guests were present. We were not surprised at the large
crowd, due to the fact that the membership of the organization is chiefly 5
derived frcai political circles of the Fourteenth, Fifteenth, Sixteenth, ^
Seventeenth, Eighteenth and Nineteenth ;jards# r^

The Illinois Federation of Germans and Austrians was founded about two years 5
ago and already it has a membership of twelve thousand. It is planning to .2
expand its activities to other districts of the city. The aims of the Federa- J^g
tion are political in so far as the support of candidates of German and ^
Austrian origin is concerned; its party affiliations are of secondary impor-
tance. The Federation believes that in this way it can effectively help
citizens of German blood to gain political recognition, so that German-
Americans need no longer forego the position which they deserve in political

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affairs •

The entertainiaent committee presented a program v/hich included various types
of amusements — games for young and old* Beautiful presents were awarded to
the winners of the contests. Later in the afternoon there was a parade in
which all the children took part; favors were given to every youngster who
participated, as a reminder of this and next year*s picnic*

Devotees of the dance were able to enjoy this form of entertainment; the 2
thirst and hunger of every guest was fully satisfied; and the guests finally ^
departed, happy to have spent a few pleasant hours among Germans and Austrians i:::J
of the Illinois Federation* ^

The members of the Federation's central committee, John Hotwagner, president,
and John Deutsch, secretary, made up the arrangement committee, tind we are
indebted to them for the entertaining features of the picnic*

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Abendpost . July 30, 1934*

The present officers of the Federation are: Rudolph Schoeppe, president;
J, Muth and D. Jaeger, vice-presidents; George Beier, secretary; John
Hotwagner, secretary-treasurer; and John Hoff , treasurer* ^

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Abendpost , July

1934

YOUI^iG AIT) OLD AT lli? PICNIC CF TliE

osGENS^iTiGK^ iirni:HS'iiETZii:as-\rEHi::iN

In Spite of PTot '.leather, Attendance at Sijirjner Festival is Large

The manaf^ement and all the tv;enty-eif-ht sections of the Gegenseitiror
Vnterstuetzun^s-Verein (i'.utusl F^enefit Society) held their annual picnic
yesterday under the stately trees of Hams Park, at "/estern and Berteau
Avenues. As usual, the picnic turned out to be a real popular festival, with
all v/hich that entails — children's amusements, and sinf:inc. Thoss v/ho stayed
at home on this day, because they thouf^ht it too hot for attending a summer
festival, came in the evening, v/hen cool breezes had sprung up.

The picnic started early in the afternoon, and lasted far into the evening.
There vras a merry-go-round for the little ones. In the course of the day
a children's procession took place, after which every cldld received a
present. "-Tiile the young folks engaged in dancing, v;hich they seemed to

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enjoy in spite of the hot weather, the older people enjoyed a glass of beer
and a bite to eat in the shade* Old acquaintances were renewed, and new
ones made

In the course of the festival, the president of the Society, John Cremer,
had the opportunity of welcoming a number of politicians and political
candidates who honored the Society with their presence, Ttie singing
section of the Society later, \mder the leadership of its director, Albreght
Wagner, sang a few jolly songs, which contributed to the gaiety of the
festival. The committee was composed of John Cremer, president; John Sieben,
secretary; and Lorenz Schlegel, treasurer, and also of one representative
from each of the twenty-eight sections of the Society, which now has five
thousand members.

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I •' 1 :jOprX-L'-^o^t ['\urAc^ "dition of ..bend o^t

July :"^-.', 19o4,

30!;^ .:'D rLJ^ IV. OLJ H :iD i? '^0 r:

:ji Gvanin- in Old n3id3lb:3r:- T-n ':it the '/orld'f? ?• ir will -o-vineo aver
the Rost astut. opponent of o^.rthly debsiucharias that h-r-dons craioty
has Made its entr;^ into the hcGt.lries cf the cou::tr:^ '^lon^-- v;ith the
isappear- nee of the Yolste-^.d era.

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rne enjo'/'^.ont in forbidden fruitr., secretlp indul'-ad in fcr ^jars, v/eaned
the present c^neration av;ay fro'i ^.h';t :ioint raiet:; ?;hich, during the pears
of prohibition, prevailed anonp the lovers of a nood drin:. It necessitates
the cultivation of a nev; -ood t-?.ste to .;in the public back to t.is novel
ineans of diverting oneself v;ithout sin.'rin^: back into the mistakes v;hich
resulted in the lav/s of probiibition, so :iuch :iali';;^ned. Just as the baby
is to be conditioned to its oottle, so is the innkeeper of todap, v/ho -nust
with great patience introduce his patrons into the enjoprient of the noble

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I ? 1 3onntri.:po?=^t ( ;undr.7 .:nition of .■.bend.:G3t ; ,

7ul7 .?'^, 19. J4.

juico of t}i3 --^rape* The hciirs of recre-ition aro zYaxs bound to beocno hours
of festivit:.'.

7ron far and .;ide the stiv^an of peopla flov/s inoo th.. ./orld's ?nir. /:eans
of tronsporb-aticn of --lII por33iblG djn3riptions unload tlijir contents li-^ze
derricks before the entrance -^ates. "Entire families flov; v;ith the strea:! —

grandfather, £:rand:iothjr, riother and child. Ver^ iiuch of the child

i^ull of ar.tieipation, thsy enter the pre:iises and, hours later, one sees
then as tired v;anderers seekin.^ a little spot .vhere the^ could taste, to
tlie -ull, the reriaininr: h^urs of the da^ and the evenin*^.

In need of peace -;nd recreation one likes to stray, as this r^poii^er .^id,
into a place lilce the Cld "eidelber.^ Inn v;hich, this vear as before, enjo^^s
a natchless re^^utatlon v;ith the ^:uests of the .^air. One can on a hot d?.^'-.
enjoy thoroughly a cool drink in the shady --'arden of the restaurant and
-quietly v/atch Uhe streari of hurianity flov; b^% a strean that liesurely roll

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I '^'' 1 '3onnta^-^o-.t (Sunday Jldition or ..band-^ost ) ,

Jul-^.^ r^2, 19.^4.

along the street. Inside, tho ovenin'; hcuro are very yay. Gornan drinV-
izir, son^s and foil: ^on':n are revived .■:' the Old r^idelber-: orchestra,
under Director ::entv;i;> Oreeted b^- l?ud arplause the Clc ^'ci^elber- Cctet
ascends tl:e ntaye. A ruilti:;olcred v;reath oT G:-3:T":an and Jn^lish ^on-^s v/as
offered by them in chorus or '-olo :\irfcr lance. ;.'ho could noz doubly en.-'cy
the reJre^bin- drink and the excellent f'-od offered in this restaurant
..hen, sun': i^^ ^ de-jv basso, he -vears thj encoura^rin-^- sonr^, ''Ini tiefen
h'eller sitz ich hi3r*\

In the ineantirie, the :*ay crowd of sin'^iny v;aitr3sses ard v/ait^rs is trans-
ported ir.to the realn of music and under cone ert-iaster Lajos r-arsony, lony
a ne-ber of the Budapest Cyera, the blossons of aer:rian and dnylish foil:
son---s are recited. Hjre !-ans helter^s hun-^-arian orchestra holds s:vay. Its
pianist, Arthur ::och, because of his skilled nlayiny attracts the s.oecial
attention of the public. Lajos harsony and Countess -arishe, lihev;ise an

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Jul- 22, 19o4.

e 3^stv;hil3 nancar of the Ilun-ari'^.n Cp2ra, ciro rivals for th-a laurels in
sin.^in,';^, Thj othar -.anborf^ of his .^roup succeed one anothar in chovrin.^
th3ir skill in sonc. Scionr, than aro Irna hostiau, Orate Tabors ky, 'r?ist
Gomielsen, I'ill Charles, ^^arbart :>*rdt, and '^lanons Braun.

In ouiet onjc^itxit the ."uest retreats into the solituda of the -ardon
restaurant -./hich has bean v/idened fiis :"aar, and thore occupies tha entire
shore of tha lahe (sic).

V.'hether they are earl''' or late, the c^^'ts of Old "eidalbarr' Inn, >::o hoie
satisfied that tha^?* have .dven a v/orthv finale to thair visit to tha v;orld*s
Fair.

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STOCK IM HISJ^

From early in the afternoon until late in the evening, ISln Tree Grove was the
destination of large crowds of people vho gladly' accepted the invitation of the
Austrian Sick Benefit Society, Stock in Sisen, (The Iron-Studded Pole), to the
summer fest they celebrated this year, .oiowing that they v/ould spend a fe;v hours
there in pleasant company and that they v/ould be v/ell entertained.

This time, as on many previous occasions, care v/as taken to permit no tedium to f
overtake the guests and to provide amusement for everyone. Of the many attrac- ^
tions, mention must be made of the spacious dancing hall which was often filled o
to capacity, and of the large beer garden in v/hich concerts were played by Franz ^^^
Holz*s orchestra and also a Hungarian ^^psy orchestra. It v;as in the latter ro
place that it was most comfortable to tarry beneath shady trees with a good glass ^^
of beer. In general, the fest committee did its best to provide pleasant drinks
and good food, so that even those v/ho did not equip theiaselves -vith the necessary
provisions vvere not slighted. How many children were there could be seen when the

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first procession beran shortly after 7 P.:\ iTeceled by Holz^s orchestra, from
the dance hall, and the rentlenen oi' th.:; fest coi-inittee, the children marched
gaily throut'h the park, and at* the end every child received no less than three
handsome gifts, one of which v/as a small .Inerican flar,

jVmonp the quests, one could see nuite a n.u::;ber of officials and members of kin-
dred or-'anir.ations. Amon,^ others, there was also the president oi* the German
Day org-anization, Gustave A. Brand, and many members of the board of directors :^
and persons prominent in public affairr^. ^

The successful or anization of a festival of this kind re ;uired the assiduous
co-operation of all members as v^ell as that of an experienced and tireless
committee. The latter was co:i])osed of the follov/inc gentleiien: ^hore follows
a list of the committee membjrs./

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F'BTiv.;! Oj' T:r^ uiriTD .ij;3T:^c-iiui;a.Ri::: c.iG:jiiz.'.:ici:3

Favorad by the niost beautiful v/eather yesterday, the United Austro-IIun.^arian
Cr.^^nizations of I'orth .'-j^.jricn calebrjited thjir -reat ^^e-^.rly festival in the
"In Tree Orova, 5519 Irvine rark 3oulevard. The usu-il parade of autonobiloG
^^receded the .'^:a'^'' event. Tlie "orocession of auto::iobllas v;as this vear .-^reater
and richer in colors Lhan on iiany a previous year, as -nore than :^C0 autoriobiles,
sone wonderfully decorated, participated in it. It proceeded from Ilorth Avenue
and Dayton 3tr3et through Clybourn Avenue, Larrabee Street and Lincoln Avenue
up to Irving Park Boulevard, then straight to the Cln Tree C^rove ir.to which
the;r all entered ./ith inusic and barjiers. Then followed acts of welcome and
addresses b:" John J. Iless, president of the United Gernan-Austro-TIunrarian
Crcanizations, and /-jiton Gchiman,^, the fest president. Then followed the
presentation of '*::iss j ibertj^" ("liss Helen Aastelberr;:er) , ^'Aiss . Austria''
(':iss Irna Gerstenbrand) , and ""iss German Iluaj^arin" (Aiss ..^leonore Thomae},
and of the forirur presidents of thj or.f^anizations and the various marshals

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of the parade.

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The rrand marslial of this yjar*s parade 'vas .il-nr.ericli Dietz; functioning as
narshals of the individual depart.Tients ;verG -'^'ran:-: ..ebster, ."jiton Lojar,
J. Lauer, ;artin '.arschall, John Schimanr, Arthur Iloffnann, Michael Hirsch,
John Herinan, Josef Graf, .'Ueonore levill, 7rau /"jina Sander, Otto '7ar:ner,
John Schv/ie^erath, T'athias jiegl, Alex :iklos, Joseph :'oss, jpau :.:innie T^oyer,
5or,;"e i:ast, Iluno Pran^^e, and John Letscnlce.

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In the cour.:e of the iifternoon c<ane a vr.rie:!:ated pror-ram cf antert'iin-nent
to bj staged at the jln Tree Grove, Anon^ other perfoririances .;ere '_:iven
beautiful iiarchinc exercissn b^ the r'uardG of the Ger-'^ian-Hun :arian Ladies*
Aid Society, branch ./2, a beautiful fi-^ure dance by monbers of the Scnuh-
T^lattler Crnani nations ^^GaiTisyebir^" and '♦D' .'ildschuetzn'* and of the Stvrian
dance r^roup, and a ^Sv/abian -Circmveih" (kerness). All thesie na-ibors were
directed by Jcsenh Stein in collaboration ..ith nuyurous -^oun-^ folks from

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Crornan-IIunrarian cir3l33, and /ors .uita successrull'^ r»jrfor.".i3d.

A niass chorus composed of a nale choir fron the ;JL Ine co;mtri3n , (.dpenlaendar
I ;aennorchor) ^ur^-enlaonder liedortafal, st^irer >a6n^3rbund, iuedunrarischer
.Saerirervoraln ('>:'ith3m :iun';-arian Sin.-^inr; "^llub) , Gesancselction d3S Un.:;arischen
i:atiolitaoi.en ?:r,-U.-V3rein ( r^in.^^in/': section of the '-un^Qrian I'aticnals'
Llutual Benefit CIuog) and Jiener/zaeluer -^laencorklub (rdn^inp: club of the
Viei.na .'oods) rendered ^ ^^^'^ s.nrs under the direction of Franz r^eidel, '.Vith
the rendition of the Strauss ".Valtz ^An der schoenen blauen Donau/' the
audience bro'-re into stornjr appl:-u^3,

A fev/ humorous recitations .;ere "-ive . by !'urt :3chl3.^el. The musical enter-
tainr.vent v;as provided b:^ the orchestra of bhe Ger lan- j^erican riusicivans*
3ick "i:elief, under the direction of D. lov/itz, and by the Musical quartet
of *' 'jdelv/eiss''. 'A 'erklin^s orch3Stra m^ovided the dance music.

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There v/as certainly'' no iacl' of entertriiiiient. That no one shou.ld sufi'er

fron hunrar or thirst ;vas so self- avid ant th\t it naods no particular
inontion, Tha children v;aro provided for by the festival com.iittee in
their wanted liberal vi-j^y so tkit tha little ones i.-erc happy.

During "^he evening hours, various city officials caiTio to pay th^ir respects.
Some candidates for nolitical offices sou -ht the opportunity to vjiden Lhe
circle of th^ir acquaint vaices.

The fest co:a,;ittee v;hich /i-jrited s"A>;clal praise for the success of the
event v;as composed of tha follovrin^;:

John J. :Tess, president of the 02.r':anization; /^nton ochir^-anf;, fest president;
Jack ninpeliann, fest Sicretar:^; -In-arich aety _:rand :^:arshal; ::onraa ::ea-^.an,
treasurer; j-tcob ;jidree, tickets treasurer; ?ran:: Taborslc^r, Josef kunst,
Ludvvir Gebert, "elen ::astelber^ar, 3usana _.ndree, /.nton Lau2:ha:nner, Oaor,;* Kast,

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Fritz Beckman, John Herman, Karl V/irtz, Josef Hein, Kapar (sicl) Phillips,

John Urska, Karl '.Vinkler, Innatz Jideg^^r, Henry Ileissel, .Inton Boyar,

Rosa Traple, Ilattie Mayer, Anna Gallatz, /uina Hansen, Kathi Hedli,

yiargarethe Dippong, Barbara Johns, Kathi V/inkart, Kathi .Valter, Frank

Doniak, Jakob Kersch, Martin Krispin, Joseph Haschek, .Indreas Jacobi,

Gabriel Jung, Frank Phillips, Karl Karitas, Kick Zimmermann, Josef Hein,

Jacob loathes, Josef Bedoe, Peter Himpelmann, Louis V/astl, Frank Judt,

Julia Chaucher, Clisabeth r.Iathes, Rosie Veismanii, 3va Spanroff, Julius

\'Jac;ner^ Anna Haberland, Minnie .legendeLier, Llar^'* Schimer, and members of

the G-erman Austrian Ladies' Ijr. U. •Sick Benefit Club).

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Yosterda;', in tlie 3ozi'ile I'lrrev "all, t:ie .'rauan ::rarii:en •Jnter3ta3tr/an,;s-
Verain Vortscliritt ( c en*s oic> Ber.ofit Sociyt7 ?ro'*2*ef^n) held a fjstiv::!
to colobrata the thirt*''-:^i:<:tii inniversar" oi' its foundiiL". '.'he elOLborate
entertainment, and ths ball .;hich conclucied ths -fi*air, ::on new laurels
Tor thi?^ nocl2t7, •.;riich is ;^-:-nerall'" ;)o;pul;ir in .)er, '.an circlos, I'he at-
ter.dance lone v;as <in:.lo evidence of thic, To:* .-.irlv in the iveninf, tlio
hall -/as fillod to can-.cit". TIlC ::j3tivs S'arit, v/hicli bcca.io Livident ver'-''
earl:", v/as a ./urther inuicati-^-n of the auccos^ral n-;rxorts oT an cxtroi • aly
active .."estiv il comittee.

:he 1 .dies ja^.i3ta "^oide — 'iho is ^a^enide^t of tbB iooiety — > ;die hildenann,
•: letae ./oir, j^Jia hGP:enscheidt , >:e'-ina ;chnoevv3iss, ... ode, Viristine Mass,

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IV Llaria ..rcsch, Cl.ra Oruh::, innie ^'och, ..clele . otsclil.e, jer-^l.a l.lar,

and .-^::alie l.irch, v;erj acLive on tli3 cc .^''uttjo.

The oxtra :el:' varied p-jo-ra-i suited uhe tastu of over;- viiitor, and '.yas ex-
tra :ely v;ell -'rasented, .:*tar r- resident .u.^usta -iaida n-td o anDd tlia Tasti-
val -.vith a^ alonuent sp^oc":, t:i3 sin "-in.- saotion of t:ia l'crtsc:.'.*itt :>ociat3'',
un^^er tha diractioi of ]larl .acrzah, an^crtain;id tiic co:.i rny v/ith a f--;.*/
selections, .:hich :;ara .".o": ;ith r>ach enthusiastic a_;roval that tJie sin"^ars
.;are .^.'orced to -iva ■ ^veral a'lcoi'js.

Jha -v'^angarbund .'raihjit (/r^cdo..; .3in^inr -.^sociaLion; ruzd oha la 3alla
j'raaorc.cr ( o::ien*s jii~-ras), also an.'Or tha diracti^n Ol' .,:r. .ac":zeh, .vera
resnonoibla for >?art -^f the nro'-ra i, and acquittjd thar.salves of thair tash
.;ith .'■•reat skill, aarninr* .;ell-desjrvad raC'^,':.:ition, Thay, too, .;ere co:":ipallud

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IV to "ive oneoreG.

.h3 su'3 cnn bo said o" th3 _l-^enla3n^er ' .:io':nercl:cr (..lT:iii3 Ij-lo oi'orus),
which, under tlio l^dorsia-- o^' its .,... :.!-':. iov;n diroctor, .oldenir (sic)
Ohristoph, fu-^ni dv^d ->i^oo2 ':.'..\t it n-iud :zct be ashaiiod oJ its oi*ror:iances.
r^iJS'j Giri'ers, ?.]3o, ;ere i^jvailod a^on, d^' tdo a:,!~luuse, to 'ive c.jiccres.

dho jntertaiiL-rLent .a:-? co .eluded v;itd the -jrf'^r. lance of a s.ort pl-i^, '^Lceai^i^
-.1-istica, '* under the dirjct '.o'l of ..:ir:a ..eir^s, 'f"-.?^nks to the excellent cast,
the T^erforiiianca v;as .< cc iplote nuacesc. Jhose d.o tcoh rirl u\ the ^^1::.7 were
" arie ./ultoi"', Lina '!e'">3e, houise .-ouli';;-, .jma ..aec:.ter, jannia .a::aar, and
:'arian Duok3rt,

The ball ..hich fr.llov;ed, for avdich a.enhe'ri Croaestra furnished e::collent
miasic, as usual, a .ve .11 che -'uests •in o^^portu-uity to dance to ua-ir hearths

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.i nasrred ball arr-.mp-od by t.:e ne-ibersiiir* co:.L'.iittee -jT tae rlattdeutse-ie Crrot- -^

3-ilde v;aa --ivun oatura-.y at t.ie Jivisj Club* r.ie ofrorts oT tno urrancenents "^

co.iaittoa to acquaint t.:e public v.iti t-ao nature ariu ai.is o£ t.ie orgiaization p
v;er^=3 not in vuin, alt.ioufli attend ?,nce by ii^^nbors could aav3 been better.

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The :J Prenier wrchestr-- fur/iis.iea tae ::;u3ic ;'or d.jicin^; in. t le large ballroom.
In an adjoining roon"' rafreG.iin^': driiV'C:3 ^.vere of/orea and a trio t.i'it also
luruioaea riusic I'or d-.iiiCir4- later, c-^ve a concert \r, t .e c:.::?.ll bullroo:;i on the ^j
lov;er floor.

Before the pri::es for naoks v;ere av/arded, \r. Oustav :2rand tiie ciairiiian of tae
Gerricin Day festival, made a bri jf address in v;.iic/i .le aalced all OerMans and
.jnerioans of ''Vorii.an descent "Co attena t e 'Jerxian Day jestival. Taen ae,
?red Lindner, and : r. I. Ilordegg av.^.irdea the prizes, to the satisfaction of
all f:uest3. .1 confetti battle aided nuc i to tae prevailing; .gaiety,....

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of tie strongest organizations oT its ^cind ir t;:e . idale ..est. jjvery young ~^

C>er]:ian or .iiaerican of G-ernan descent S-iouia join. '. any Genians nave receivea :"""

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THRHS BROTHER TRIBiS XTTITlilD III GRiiL^T D^ONSTR^TICN y .,

Festival of Austrians, German -Hunr^arians
and Volga Germans at the Vferld's ?air

"Reason has prevailed; every discord has vanished in the face of an iron
necessity to make the first step towards unification of a triparted branch
of a people whose fate has been the same for centuries,, ♦ •>Jhat holds us to-
gether, knov/ingly or unknowingly, for centuries found its visible expression
of friendship faster, and never ask, ^//ho art thou, or v/ho is that one?^
V/e must faithfully stand by our flag, and bow in reverence before the flags
of our fellow men* ?/ant, which has visited us like a tempest, must not make
us despair and,, if want has caused ruin, v;e can be well convinced tha.t soon
new life will sprout from these ruins. Austrians, German -Hungarians and
Volga Germans, united we want to stop into the lines of our other German
brothers and remain there until victory is ours...."

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Under this sign stood the fest which v/as celebrated yesterday
at the Court of Honor in tho Hall of Science of the ?/orld*s Fair. V/ithout
emphasizing the harmonir underlying this festival, one night have noticed
that persons joined together there who once belonged to one and the same
realm, the monarchy on the Danube. But i.t was much more. Mot only did the
fest ccsnmittee do its best to prepare a good program, but also the co-
operators did their best to render the individual numbers of the program
in such a manner that it clearly manifested their joy in what they did,
and thus showed the results of their striving to provide real joy, and
visual pleasure to all participants of the festival.

EIver;^;-thing proceeded v;ithout friction. The fest management had everything
under control. The individual numbers of the program followed one another
with no interruption and, because of that, the program, rich though it was,
required but little time. Fatigue of the audience was nonexistent.

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The sod of the weather had good intentions tov/ard the festival.
3ven though the sun was burning hotly during the noon hours, it soon was
changed. The sky clouded slightly, as though with a veil, and the north
wind began to blow strongly from the lake. Thus the audience could take
in all that was offered v;ith real enjoyTnent, sitting in the pleasant cool
air. No one will deny the management and its co-operators his gratitude
and acknowledgement for the beautiful day.

In the Court of Honor, every seat was taken, and a large number of ''fence
guests'' gathered about the great space. And one reriained "put ," although
the Fair beckoned with its many attractions.

Densely crowded throngc of people fringed the Avenue of Flags vmere the
festive procession v/ent by from the Court of Honor in front of the Admini-
stration Building toward the festive place before the Hall of Science.

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The advance r;uard v/as formed by a battery of field artillery from ^'^'^
Fort Sheridan, a company of infantry and a detachment of cavalr\^ of the federal
army. They all had their flags, and v/ere headed oy a captain in ,^ala uniform,
Behind them came the parade marshal, Daniel Jaeger, on horseback, and Geor^
Lovitz* orchestra.

Headed by the parade marshal, Konrad Gerstenbrand, the fir^>t to march were the
German-Austrian organizations. They marched with the flag of the United Austro-
Hungarian organizations and the individual member organizations. They were
follov/ed by an allegorical group, symbolizing fraternization, composed of the
ladies: Jams Martin as Miss Columbia, Julia :Jteiger/7eldt as Hiss Volga German,
Lillian Heine as Lliss Liberty, Crete Tabors>ri^ as Miss Austria, and Beatrice
Schutz as Miss Crerman-Hungaria.

In the parade, which almost completely filled the Avenue of Flags, the costume
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thin^ unknown to nany. Aaong them the Schubert group of the
Vienna-American Ladies* Aid Society, the 3v;abian Kirmess, and the group
of bird trainers of the Illinois Canary and Bird Trainers* Organization
received particular attention and were, on passing by, photographed by
many. The pageant pleased generally because it proceeded without friction.

I.Iarching in the Oernan-Austrian group were the United Austro-Hungarian
organizations. Marshal /jidreas Jakobi, a mass chorus, Alpenlander men*s
chorus, Burgenlander Liedertafel, singing section of the Hungarian National
K.U.V. , South Side Saengerbund, South Hungarian Singing Club, St3rrian Saenger-
bund, and the Vienna ;7oods Saengerbund.

Costumed organizations v/ere: Schuhplattler Club "D* ■Vildschuetzen,^
Schuhplattler Club **Gamsgebirg", Carinthian Club ''Koschat'*, Roseggar Styrian
Club, Styrian Dancing Group, Vienna -.\merican Aid Society. Illinois Canary
and Bird Trainers* Organization, ^llmrausch Ladies* Organization, German
Galician Ladies* K.U^V. (Sick-Aid Society) , {'.larshal, E. Schmidt), German-

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Austrian Ladies ♦ X.U.V, (r.Iarshal, A. Sander), Vienna-American

Aid Society (::arshal, H. Becker), Gorman Galician ladies* K.U.V. (:!arshal,
Axir^ Freifogel), Bavarian National Organization of N.A. (Marshals, F. Oroschopf,
G. I^Umann) , Styrian Organizations (Ivlarshal, F. Dimbauer), Illinois Canary
and Bird Trainers' Organization (TIarshal, G. Flachsenberger) , Hosegger Styrian
Club (Marshal, J. Lafnitzegger) , German Galician II.U.V. (Marshal, L. Hervjg),
German Aid Bund, Central Club (Marshal, A. Dannenbarg), District 3o5 (l»Iarshal,
St. Turinsky), District 381 (Marshal, J. Sassarath), District 572 (Marshal,
K. Kovacs), Carinthian Club "Koschat" (Marshal, il. Hopfgartner) , Austrian
K.U.V. ^Umrausch'' (Marshal, J. Pipp), First Burgenlander K.U.V. j^^^ain Club
(Marshal, S. Schipits), First Burgenlander K.U.V. , branch Ho. 1 (Marshal
Gabrial V/ukits), First Burgenlander K.U.V., branch No. 2 (Marshal, Josef
Madl), First German Bukovinian K.U.V. , (Marshals, J. Graf and John ICrempels),
Eichenstamm K.U.V., branch No. 1 (Marshal, J. Umschl) , lichens tiamm K.U.V.,
branch No. 2 (Ilarshal, jimmerich Dietz), Organization ^^ienna Gemuetlichkeif
(Marshal, Franic K. l/aldherr).

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The ^rerman-Hungarian group of the festive train v/as headed by " ' ' '
the parade marahal, Georg Schopper. The group represented the following
organizations: Ladies Clubs: Guards of the German-Hungarian Ladies K.U.Ver.
(Captain, .illeanor Rovill), German-Hungarian Ladies K.U^Ver. , main organi-
zation (Marshal, Anna Pechloff ) , Geiman-Hungarian Ladies K.U.V. branch No.l
(Ilarshal, Therese Helper), German-Hungarian Ladies K/U.V. branch No. 2 (Marshal,
Barbara Humiiel), German-Hungarian Old Age Home Organization )Marshal, '^. Neu-
mann), First Eisenburg D.U.K.U.V. (Marshal, A, Miklos), First '^isenburg D.U.
K.U.V, , branch No.l (Marshal, Michael Aspan), First SisenburgJXtJ.K.U.V.
branch No. 2 (Marshal, Josef Keiling) , V/aveland Pleasure Club (:.:arshal,
Michael Heimbach) , Transylvanian Saxons K.U.V* (Marshal, J. Benning) , North
Shore Bov/ling Club, (Marshal, J. Stolz), Chicago Bacska Swaoian K.U.V.
(Marshal, P. Buck), German -American Llusicians K.U»V. , (l£arshal, J.
Schwiegerath) , Austrian-Hungarian Military K.U.V. (Marshal, Joseph
Maschek) , First Bacs-Bodrogh D.U.K.U.V. (Marshal, J. Stefan), Garman-
Kungarian Cemetery Organization (Marshal, A. Kost), Ungarland National
K.U.V. club management (Marshal, J. Hess), Ungarland National Organization

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K.U.V. , Section No. 1 (I'arshal, J, Dittambl), Ungarland ITational ^v> ^y
K.U.V. Section Ko.B (Marshal, CShrist Gauscher) , Ungarland national K.U.V. ,
Section No. 3 (Marshal, H. FirerstJ ,Ungarland National /Z.IJ.V. Section No. 4
{: Marshal, II. Kii^ch).

The rear of the parade v/as made up of the Volga Gerinans, headed b^^ their
own sroup marshal, Christ Ruppel. The group was compcsed of the main organi-
zation and all branches of the Volga Geman organization. First marched the
orchestra of the Volga Gei'mans, accompanying the parade with music, following
it were the costumed groups, which were joined by the bund of the Volga Germans
and all its sections.

Before the paraders arrived in the Court of Honor, a large part of the guests
of honor were already present. Representing the mayor was County Clerk Ro-
bert II. Sweitzer; he made a brief speech. Representing Rufus C. Dawes was
Charles S. Peterson. Among others were the Austrian consul general, Michael

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G. Girten, chairman of the citj'- council :iinniet '//healan, City \<y ''/

Treasurer James A. Xeams, Jury Comiaissionar Ileumann, Major Schultz re- '^---'

presjntinf^ the national Guard, Captain G. 'lartling, j;mst J. llruetgen, and
a number of presidents of German organizations.

^.^/hen the participants of the parade occupied their seats, it took only a
short tine for the official fest program to get under way.

The program v/as divided in three parts: The first part was taken over by
the Austrians, then came the Gemian-riuiigarians, and then the Volga Germans •

The fest v;as opened by the chairman of the entertainment comraittee, Frank
Taborsky, The orchestra of the German-Amorican r.'usicians Aid Society played
under the direction of G. Lowitz, Reinforced by the orchestra of the Volga
Germans, they played the .\merlcan national anthem as the :\merican flag v/as
raised.

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Then followed the old Austrian national hymn, and proudly ''Hed- ^ ':''*' r • \
Vfliite-Red** was displayed in the wind#

Mrs, Keinrich Heine recited a prologue composad by Hermann Brand en.

Then Jack V/. Kobalte, chairman of the festival coranittee, stepped before
the microphone, and in a few words that went to the hearts of all, he wel-
comed the guests of honor and the festive assembly*

The Austrian-Merican V/orld^s Fair Llarch, composed and directed by E. Dorazil,
was played excellently by the orchestra.

IText came the singers, conducted by Franz Beidel's baton. A mass chorus was
assembled, consisting of the following singing dubs: Alpenlander llen^s Chorus,
BurgenlaiKl Liedertafel, Burgenland Men^s Chorus, Singing Section of Hungarian
National 3.B.S. , South Side Saengerbund, South-Hungarian Singing Club, Styrian
Saengerbund, and the Vienna V/oods Singing Club. The singers were all stationed
within the large tent on the stage. The acoustics were excellent, so that the

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tv/o songs 'VuLpensohn'* and **IlGinkehr^ sounded truly beautiful and
nelodious» Rich applause rewarded the singers.

Consul General Michael Girten took the floor. He sincerely regretted that
His Excellency, Hdgar Prochick, was prev^-nted from narticipating at the
festival in person. He /Girteiy^ v;as ordered to substitute for the ambassador.
His heart rejoiced that he could speak before such a large number of guests.
He thanked the fest committee for the v/ork done in such abundance, and hoped
that this festival would be instrumental in shov/ing other nationalities that
Austria has no reason to keep in hiding even though, because of hard times,
it v;as not represented by a house of its ovm on the fair grounds. It would
have li^:ed to have one»

Frau Hildegard Kramer appeared as soloist v;ith the Schubert song "ilnfenbhalt".
There is no need to say more about it. The public stormed, demanding more, but
the fest management interfered, in keeping v;ith its promise to keep the pro-
gram as brief as possible. Frau rlramer then sang, together v;ith Max Bratt,

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the song ever^rone a].v/ays likes to hear again, '♦./er uns getraut," \\

from the ^Gipsy Baron*'. Herr Bratt gave an interpretation all his oxvn.

A stir went through the audience as the Styrians gathered for their dance.
Great applause greeted the popular costurae dancers as they marched tavard
the stage. Cries of joy were heard when the Styrians began the movements
of their beautiful popular dances. Siegfried ./eiss headed the Gamsgebirg
people, D»V/ildschuetz«n,the r^osegger Styrian Club, and the StjTian group of
dancers, iilspecial ir.ention should be .-nade of the little ones who did their
work well, or v;ere at least not behind the adults in zeal.

At a recess betv/een tv;o dances, a table was auicld.y carried in, and the t./o
v/ell -known yodlers Joseph Lene and Ilarl /ieser took thjir turns. V/ieser played
the accompaniment on the zither. The two would have had to continue for some trae
longer with their presentations had time periuitted. V/ith the Schuhplattlers,
Austria's part of the program came to a close.

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Kerr John Hess took over the microphone from Herr Taborsk3'' to
function as announcer. To the sounds of a spri^htl^r march, the members of
the Austro-IIunsarian Military Sick Benefit Societ^r marched to the stage,
followed by the ladies of the Gx^rman -Hungarian Ladies* Benefit Society,
dressed in their beautiful v/hite uniforms. V/ith the itiilitarj'' societj^
forming the stage background and the singers decorativoly occupying the
elevated seats, the ladies performed a short but pretty drill which brought
forth sustained applause.

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The stage was then flanked by the ladies ^tnd from within the tent resounded
a Strauss waltz, 'Mn der schoenen blauen Donau', played by the orchestra.

Standing in the midst of his countrymen, the veteran Joseph Ilaschek made
an address from which the v;ords of the introauction to this article came.
The participants listened in devotion to the .vords of the tireless champion
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the fathers. A noticeable stir went through the audience as
he urged then to unity, and as he expressed his pride in being an jlmerican
citizen, his greater pride in having descended from Germans, and his desire
to remain a Geman to the end of his days.

IIov; the juniors of the German-Hungarian group took the floor. They perform-
ed the festival dances for a Kimess as it is customarily done in eveiry old
Gorman-?Iun.ga rian community. These youngsters did thoir work excellently, and
many an oldster itched to leap upon the stage and join /vith the others. The
polka v;asn*t much of a success; it is just not possible in this country to
kill the all-powerful ''jazz step".

The final number consisted of a Transylvanian wedding celebration b^r the
First Transylvanian Saxons Sick Benefit Society.

Lack of space makes it impossible to mention all participants by name.
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to the participants of the fest that was nevar before seen in a (i^ --jH ?'
similar fashion, and to have been instrunental in adding materially to the
joy of the festival.

Then came a brief recess. Z. Dorazil gathered the orchestra of his
conservatory around hiin to be held in readiness to provide the musical
baclcground for the part of the program reserved for the Volga Germans.

The Volga Germans had selected so.nethin£ special for themselves. Dancing
master Petri, formerly master of the ballet at the Chicago Civic Opera,
undertook to perform a few dances from Borodin's opera Trince Igor," in
v/hich he was assisted by members of his school. He personally rehearsed
all the dances and took care of the costumes for the men and women dancers.

Before he could begin, however, the parade raarshal of the group, Christ
Ruppel, spoke a few words to the participants of the fest and presented a
few of Volga German loaders.

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Then the dance began* Large-oyed, the audience followed the
supple notions of the girls, the v/ild leaps of the men until, after a
storny dance, there came again some caLm into the movements of the per-
foimers v;hich slowly grev/ into an apotheosis of the joy to live. Ilerr
Dorazil adjusted himself perfectly to the dancers; Herr Petri may be quite
proud of his ovm and his pupils' exploits*

The fest committee, which v/ent to all sorts of pains to arrange the perform-
ance dcr;m to the smallest detail, consisted of the following gentlemen and
ladies;

Consul General Michael I. Girten, honorary president; Dr. Jack './. Kobalter,
president; John J. Hess, first vice-president; Frau Josephine Braun, third
vice-president; Frank K. V/aldhorr, second vice-president; Frau Rose Austin,
fourth vice-president; Frank P. /jidenvald, corresponding secretary; I/Iathias
Jeme, financial secretary; Ludwig Gebsrt, recording secretary and treasurer;

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Frank Ellmer, Frau Katharina, I7ingert and Nick Zirruneimann, finance \;
coi.mittee; Frank Taborskj^, cliainrian of entertainment; Daniel Jaeger, great
marshal; Konrnd Gerstenbrand, marshal of the Austrians; aeor^:e Schopper,
marshal of the Geman-IIimgarians ; Christ Ruppel, marshal of the Volga
Germans.

Members of the management; Alex Braiin, :!:dward Dorazil, Gabriel Jung, Georg
Kaft, Peter Lessiak, ::ichael Schaut.

:7omen»s Section: Frau Kathatina '.Vingert, cliairman; Frau jlleanor Rovill,

Frau Anna Pechloff, Frau Barbara jjdingor, Frau .Uina Plaft, Frau .\nna Freifogel,

Frau Anna Strama, Frau Minna Boyer.

Junior League: Miss Anna Martin, chairman; Miss Grete Taborsky, Lliss Beatrice
Schutz, Kiss Kelene Tlaschek, ..liss livelyne V/ischmann, Miss Rose Artner, Liiss
Anna Kaft, Miss /jma Laub.

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As a prelude to the celebration, and in order to c^ive the out- V^
of-town visitors an opportunity to ^et acquainted v/ith their Chicago country-
men, there was a reception last Saturday evening in the large hall of the
Lincoln Turnhalle. It v;as an unconventional, eas^z-going affair with a short
and succeeding dance.

The program was opened at 9 P. 1,1. with a recital by Edward Dorazil's orchestra.
Later in the evening, they gave many more musical numbers and also played for
the dance. Her Ludwig Gebert was master of ceremonies. The guests were en-
tertained vjith songs by Herr Joseph Lenz and !.!iss /mne-Marie Gertz, and with
humorous recitations by Herr Jose Banner.

Later in the evening the president, Dr. Kobalter, welcomed all those present,
and especially the presidents of all individual organizations of the Austrians,
German-Hungarians and Volga Germans which participated at the fest. Then he
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Ivlichael F. Girten, the editor of the Abend post, Paul F. Llueller,
and rmny others, among them the representatives of the larger German organi-
zations in the city, such as singers, turners, German benefits bund, the
Swabian organization, etc. /ilso many ladies and gentlemen from the caomittee
of German Day, which was recently observed, were present.

Speeches were made by the chairman, Consul General Girten, Herr John Hess, as
representative of the German-Hungarians, and by Herr Dorazil, representing
the Volga Germans.

At the close of the official program, a lar-re number of the visitors to the
honor day of the Austrians, German-Hungarians and Volga Gemans crov;ded into
the German-^Vnerican house on the second floor, vvhere a I 'unich-Dachan farmers^
orchestra, alternating v;ith the Chicago L'andolin orchestra, kept playing.
The bar- restaurant proved a most popular place.

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GEHI.L\1T DAY ALLLUTC3

By
Ileman Brandau

At yesterday's meetinc of the directors the section heads reported on their 5
activities • Pi^sident Bernard De Vry expressed the opinion that every delegate ^
who held a position had really v/orked in an enthusiastic and harmonious manner. —
Ee^ ^vill make more explicit reference to this in his concluding report. ^

It was pointed out that the success of the day is indicated by the attendance
at the V/orld's Fair alone, and it has been established that German Day resulted
in the second largest number of paid adiaissions, more than 212,000. If we add
the thousands of singers and those who took part in parades, all of .vhom
received free admission, Gerraan Day might even stand in first place with
respect to the number of visitors.

It is very unfortunate that there ivas not a suitable place within the Exposition
grounds for the mass choruses, and also that there v/ere seats for less than one-

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fourth of the expected audience. Liost of these cane to the Fair early in the
morning, v/hile uthers caiae with the parade, and the majority remained on the
Fair grounds, first, in order to see as much as possible for the fifty cents
they had paid, and, second, because many v/ere unable to find the single en-
trance into the stadium. The German House v/as crowded all day long, and it is
said thit more than 35,000 persons registered in the guest book, and these were
almost all from out of town.

Therefore we may well be satisfied with the success of German Day, all the more ^
since, in spite of all expenses, there is surplus. As soon as the outstanding 2
sums have been paid a meeting of delegates will be called and accounts submitted.

c::>

The executive committee decided to send letters of thanks to all societies and iij
individuals who co-operated, and to request the affiliated societies to par- ^
ticipate fully in the German-Austro-Hungarian Day> which will be held on

Sunday, August 27.

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II B 1 a Abendpost, Aug. 14, 1933.
I B 2
I F 3 ENTHUSIASTIC GERMAN DAY CELEBRATION IN THE STADIUl!

III H Numerous Out-of-Town Guests Present, Including
III D Singers from Milwaukee
III F

III G The German Lied plays a big part in any sort of German activity, even
I J minor affairs, but German Day, a demonstration by men and women of
I G German descent, vrtiose influence is felt far beyond their own narrow

IV sphere, is altogether impossible to imagine without the German Lied. ^
German singers, men and women, have, therefore, always had the hon- ^

orary duty, of helping the German Lied (His most precious cultural heritage of
the German people) scale new heights of triumph at all German Day celebrations,^
regardless when and where they may take place. They have always discharged 2
this duty with enthusiasm and love, in truly splendid fashion, gladly giving ^
their best to be equal to the pleasant task before them. ^

Chicago, with its numerous singing societies, has never been an exception to
that custom, and has always striven to set a shining example, and offer

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entertairuT^ent of the hi^-iT^st -ualit^.^ in this fiolcl. That t^3 :>3r-ian sin-ers
at the Century of .ro'^ress 31:r:)osition, on tlie occasion of the aerrran Day
celebration, have a-^ain --erfor.ied laudably cannot be denied by anvone viho
had the opportunity of listening to nearly t^vo thousand Oernan i\eri and vjojiien, ^
v7ho, under the direction of rien e>:yerienced in leadin" nass choruses, once ^

ayain sany "orj'ian lieder tho ..a;^^ the:^ should be •■^jn'^, .:-,

The niale choruses of the tv/o ^rreat sin/'ors' associations of Ohica 'o {tlie
Yereinit-i Saenger and tlie /ereini :te Maennerchoere), to letlior v:ith sin
of associated out-of-tovm ol'V)s, forced a i;:ass chorus of t ;elve hundred
sin-ers vdio, under the e^ipert "uidanje of conductor heinhold Jalter, first

Tlie fact tlat sin-ers fro:.i hil ;au;;ee and oth-r nei diborin' cities, as .veil as ^
from :nore distant ^x.rts of the country, took part in renderin- the various g

nu:nbers of the lively yro'ran, adds v:ei.:ht to the ;^^raise,

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sang Franz Abt's sentimental tone poem, "Die Abendglocken rufen** (the Eve-
ning Bells are Calling) in perfect fashion. This rendition was followed by
»»Waldmorgen** by Koellner, and later this chorus enriched the program with the
well-known ••Heidenroeslein*' by Werner, and iVohlgemuth * s pleasing composition,
•♦Wie's daheim war".

Without goint into details about the musical quality of the selections them-
selves, we must praise the singers for being equal to their task — diversified
as the requirements were — and state that they honestly deserved the enthusi-
astic applause with which their performance was received. Under Walter* s
guidance, they interpreted the comi)osers conscientiously, expressed the del-
icate shadings most effectively, and knew Just when to put in the full force
of their twelve hundred voices most impressively, in accordance with the
intentions of the composer.

In this connection, we want to pay special tribute to the tenor voices, with-
out casting any unfavorable reflection upon the rest of the ensemble. The

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Abendpost , Aug. 14, 1933.

tenor voices happen to carry the melody of compositions and cauinot fail to
make an impression on the listeners.

Let us thank all those who have worked so hard for the success of German Day
at the World's Fair of 1933. ^

Whether the program, with all its details, found unanimous approval makes no ?^
difference. The man has yet to be bom who knows how to please everybody. ^
Anyway, all visitors to the German Day celebration will be grateful to the 3?
program committee for the lively schedule of the various attractions and the
perfect timing, which did not permit the spectators to become bored or tired,
and afforded them a chance to enjoy other features of the exposition also.

As for the attendcmce at the German Day celebration, we estimate that twenty-
five thousand visitors were there. To draw any conclusions from this figure
would not be proper, because many who had come to the World *s Fair to watch

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Abendpost, Aug. 14, 1933 •

the really impressive parade also took advantage of their "Bargain Day" at the
exposition. Also, because of the hard times, many stayed at home who otherwise
would have come. How strong the festive spirit ?ias could be judged by the
applause with which the floats and the various program items were greeted.

Let us say right here that the public address system functioned beautifully, so
that the singers, the orchestra and the speeches could be heard clearly in all
parts of the stadium; this made an excellent impression. The beautiful and
cool weather did the rest.

The Guests of Honor

During the parade on Northerly Island, the honor guests arrived. The governor
was represented by -Ernest J. Kruetgen, the Army by Major Schultz, the Navy by
Captain Roberts, the National Guard by Captain Weber, Captain Dunn, €uid Lieu-
tenant ^fasmer.

Mayor Kelly was there in person, and later on made a brief speech in which he

cry

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Abend^ost, Aug. 14, 1933.

emphasized that Chicagoans of German descent could claim, more than those of
any other nationedity, to have done exceptional work in contributing to the
growth of the giant metropolis. This remark that the Germans were the best
taxpayers in this great community brought forth applause.

Michael fi. Girten was present as a representative of Austria. The German J
Consul General was not represented. Switzerland was represented by Cons\il .^
iSmst Buehler. r-

Out-of-Town Guests

The attendance of out-of-town visitors was more than gratifying. First, we
want to mention our guests from Milwaukee. Not only did the singers come in
large numbers, but delegations from other associations were present also.

Delegations were sent by the German-American associations of Omaha, the
Steubenites of St. Louis, the Steubenites of Hammond, Indiana, the Steubenites

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Abend£Ost, Aug. 14, 1933.

of New York, the German-American Association of Newark, New Jersey, the German
associations of Detroit, Baltimore, and Providence, Rhode Island. Many of the
visitors had formed groups, had made the trip by train. But many others did
not mind a long drive by motor car in order to be present.

The Program 3

The line-up of the parade for the flag ceremony took place with perfect pre- .z

cision. The orchestra, conducted by Henry Johnk, struck up the American nation- -

al anthem. The singers assembled at the north end of Soldiers* Field and, g

directed by Reinhold /i^alter, added their powerful voices to the melody, while r-

the American flag slowly rose on the flagstaff. ^

''Deutschland , Deutschland ueber Alles, ueber Alles in der Welt....** and the
black, white and red colors joined the Stars and Stripes. German Day was
opened !

Frau Heinrich Heine stepped before the microphone, and the words of the

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Abendpost, Aug. 14, 1933.

"Prologue** by Georg Giegold floated clearly through the huge space.

An allegorical picture followed: Columbia saluted Germania, the orchestra
began the overture to ♦'Tannhaeuser'* , and the members of the parade took the
seats reserved for them. This finished the first official part of the program.

The Opening Address

Bernard De Vry, president of the German Day Association, addressed the audience
briefly as follows:

''Dear fellow citizens and citizens of German stock.' Ladies and gentlemen!
As president of the German Day Association, it is my privilege to welcome all
of you here. I do this with great pleasure and Justifiable pride, which I
hope, you all share with me. Today, as happens every year, we are celebrating
a day which we call "German Day," and rightly so, because it fuses together
our ideals of human rights and citizenship, which we have searched for and
found on these shores, with the beautiful and the sublime which we have

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Abendpost> Aug. 14, 1933.

recognized and cultivated as German Kultur in our old country, and which we
now honor and cultivate in our adopted country.

••We are proud of our German heritage, but equally proud of our American citi-
zenship, because it embraces the greatest and best ideal of Man*s self-deter-
mination, unexcelled in any other coxintry, and it needs only the honest effort
and understanding of the individual to make it perfect. ^

♦»We are celebrating a German Day, as we have done before and as we shall con- 73
tinue to do, regardless of changing conditions iirtiich may prevail in the old o
country. On this festive day we are celebrating cultural relationship to a
people which has brought forth great men who have rendered inestimable service
to the world in the realm of science and art, music and song — men whose motives
have often been misinterpreted by the ^erman/ government and who were politi-
cally persecuted (like Turnvater Jahn) — men in the field of literature and
poetry, who have expressed their sentiments in their writings. In our admira-
tion for these heroes of science and art, we are and remain German, and we

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Abendpost, Aug. 14, 1933.

will teach this pride and appreciation to our children and grandchildren.

^•Many great men who ccune to these shores during the past hundred years, and
who had a hand in shaping the destiny of this country, had been driven from
their homelands by political circtimstances of all kinds, or by that yearning
for liberty with which they were endowed and which could thrive and develop
only on this continent. And yet, they were the pioneers of German culture,
which was a thing apart from that conglomeration of states in the old country.
If the German immigrant had contributed nothing but his European political
ideology (plus his working capacity), that ideology would have sunk into
oblivian a long time ago and, compared with the American Constitution, would
have been cast aside as inferior — and we would not celebrate Gennan Day today.

''But we German- Americans have also assumed the duties that go with the rights
and privileges which were offered us. We want to do our share in fulfilling
these duties, and not just be parasites who enjoy only the advantages, ^ile,
at the same time, we serve other governments. There are only a few who have

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Abendpost, Aug. 14, 1933.

a different opinion on this matter, but those few can be assured of our con-
tempt. We feel sorry for misguided young people who have no appreciation
for humain rights, and are content to worship a symbol.

"My dear fellow citizens, faithful to our duties and proud of all that is
beautiful and sublime in our German heritage, I welcome you on this occasion.**

The Celebration Speech

Immediately thereafter the president introduced the mayor to the audience. A xi
mass chorus of eight hundred voices sang two songs, and then George Seibel,
First Speaker of the Amerikanischer Turnerbund, stepped before the microphone
to deliver the celebration speech.

•♦German brothers and sisters in all states and lands:

•»We, ^Nho are assembled here today, are Americans. But we are not only Americans,

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Abendpost , Aug. 14, 1933.

we are Germans also. And we are not only German-Americans, but also cosmo-
politcuis. Today we are assembled here to recall, with pride and gratitude,
what Germans and German ideals have done for our America and for mankind.
America, our America, owes Germany gratitude for many valuable contributions
to our /Amerioanl culture.

**We Americans of German descent are particularly proud of two (Contributions
which we have made to the American way of living. The first is the art of
turning ^/gymnasticsT"* Only in a healthy body can a wholesome mind be devel-
oped. This importemt part of education we owe to the disciples of Father Jahn
who have found a new home here in America after fleeing, or being eziled
from, Germany. Follen, Lieber, and Beck were among the first to escape the
scourge of Metternich; then Franz Sigel and Friedrich Hecker, those valiant
'♦Forty-eighters,** who cherished in their hearts that beautiful dream of
German liberty and revealed it to the New V/orld. In our Turnvereine we have
been preaching the gospel of a healthy mind in a healthy body for eighty- four
years, and this idea has spread throughout America: Physical education in

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Abendpost, Aug, 14, 1933.

our elementary schools, high schools, public play grounds, and swiraming
pools — tmly our Turner pioneers have built old Father Jahn an eternal
monument. A turner hall is worth more them five battleships.

"Neither must we forget that the Kindergarten, Froebel^s wonderful gift to our
dear little ones, was brought here from Germany by Friedrich Rapp in 1826.

''The Puritans brought us things of a different nature: blue laws, and muzzles
for free people. This leads us to the second contribution which our people
owe the German- American.

♦♦If we get rid of that criminal guardianship, Prohibition, in short order,
then it will have been our voices that have awakened the conscience of the
people. We were not to be intimidated by stool pigeons, snoopers, and agents;
we did not give up when our petticoat- politicians predicted that it was ♦♦love's
labor lost''. V/e fought on — Siegfried against the dragon — and soon Prohibition
will "give up the ghost".

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Abend post, iiUg. 14, 1933.

"The old Gemuetlichkeit is coming back; the old liberty is born anew. The
Weltanschauung of the German citizens, especially the German turners, has
brought forth a generation of free men and women who do not have to be told
by old maids ^ale and female/" and bigots how to lead a moral existence.

''As the great Frenchman Montesquieu has said, 'Liberty is an oak tree that
was grown in German forests'.

"Two German inventions have freed mankind from its shackles. The gunpowder
of Berthold Schwarz made the strongholds of the predatory knights untenable.
Johann Gutenbert's printing press put an end to ignorance. Men became free.

"But man is a gregarious animal, and absolute freedom never makes him com-
pletely happy. If he has no rulers by God's grace he will look for others
who rule by God's wrath. He loves the cracking of the whip, and likes to be
a sucker. The Praetorian Guards and the censors took his gunpowder and his
printing press away from him again. In many countries common sense and the

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Abendpost. Aug. 14, 1933.

love for one*s fellow man have abdicated. Comedians with the touch of a
Messiah rule a helpless and confused world today.

"When I look at Gutenberg's press exhibited at this fair, I feel like saying:
•My poor child, what have they done to you?' yJhen I look at the steel monsters
of destruction, the old slave drivers seem like good Samaritans to me.

"We have wasted and abused Germania*s most beautiful gifts. And still we are
proud and grateful for all we once called our own, and for all that still
r«nains for us.

"Our liberal and progressive institutions in America we owe mostly to German
Immigrants. Two hundred years ago, Peter Zenger was the first apostle and martyr
of freedom of the press. The first protest against slavery was sounded in
1688 and came from Germantown, from Pastorius and his friends. The first rebel
against British arrogance and tyranny was the German Jakob Leisler. The first
one irtio Introduced civil service to put an end to the spoils system was

II B 1 C (5) - 16 - GERMAN

Abendpost, Aug. 14, 1933.

Carl Schurz. The first one viiio suggested Abraham Lincoln for President was
the German Gustav Koerner.

**These heroes and champions of our liberty were German refugees, driven into
exile during a time when independent thinking was considered a sin, and free
speech a crime. ^j

•♦But the German spirit has not accomplished splendid things in the field of S

politics alone. Our first foundries were established by Thomas Ruetter; U

Kaspar »Vllester built the first glass factory; Wilhelm Rittenhalls erected 33

the first paper mill; the first railroad was the work of Thomas Leiper; 2

Andreas euid Anton Kloman are the founders of our huge steel industry. co

''Even more than in politics and industry, German spirit has manifested it-
self in the intellectual field. The first print ery in the New .Vorld was
founded by a German; the first Bible was printed in 1743 by Christoph Saur.
The German Lieber compiled the first American encyclopaedia • Behrent built

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Abend post, Aug. 14, 1933.

the first American piano. Theodore Thomas and Anton Seidl gave us s3nttphonies,
while Leopold Damrosch was a trail blazer for choir singing and oratorio* In
war as well as peace, German faithfulness and loyalty have stood the test. In
the Civil War, fifty- two genersds of German blood fought for the cause of lib-
erty and humanity. And long before that, Washington's bodyg\iard consisted of
Pennsylvania Germans; Lincoln's bodyguards were German turners of the city of '^
Washington; Wendell Phillips was protected by German turners of the city of
Boston, when his freedom of speech was threatened by the organized mob of
slaveowners .

»»Joh6uin Von Kalb and Nikolaus Herchheimer gave their lives for America's lib-
erty. No man worked harder to enlist recruits for Washington's army than
did Muehlenberg. No man did more to prepare that army for victory than
Washington's friend. Baron von Steuben.

'TEhrough Steuben, we owe our American independence to Frederick the Great.
Among the crowned heads of all time, Frederick's fame surpasses all. He was

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II B 1 c (3) - 18 - GERMAN

Abendgost, Aug. 14, 1933.

the only despot who espoused the cause of liberty. His first step, after he
became king was to reinstate the philosopher itfolf to the post at the University
of Hall from which Wolf had been expelled. By that act, the great Frederick
established freedom of education fot teaching/ as a political principle* By
his order that 'the local Berlin journalists shall enjoy unrestricted liberty
•••.newspapers must not be molested,* he gave the world a shining example of
advocacy of freedom of the press. If only the world of today had a monarch
of the type of Frederick the Great, who was the first to recognize American
independence!

•Tiistorical facts like these are the basis for our pride in our ancient o
German heritage. This pride in our Germanic origin has caused us German- y
Americans great suffering during the bitter war years. Thousands of people ^
lost their jobs because they were German. Thousands were interned, beaten,
ruined in business because they were Gezman. German books were burned, and
•patriotic' women avowed never to buy German goods again. We were called
barbarians and Huns; we were the scum of humanity' because we were German.

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The world had gone mad with war hysteria. But soon the world returned to
reason and was ashamed of its idiotic behavior. The German ideal was again
in high repute.

"But what is that German ideal, for which today we are paying our gratitude
to the old country— for which we suffered proudly and gladly during the
great conflict? We can describe this German ideal as a three-sided pyramid:
Truth, Liberty and Justice. The German was always a seeker after truth.

--OS

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•'What our great poet Lessing has preached to the world in his irjnortal master-
piece 'Nathan Der V/eise,' the world should never forget. Truth can never be
suppressed and lies beget more lies. rfWioever doubts the victory of tinith c^
should read Lessing.

•♦The second side of our German pyramid is Liberty. Its herald vas the great
Schiller. Since he wrote his 'Wilhelm Tell,' no red-blooded German will
'worship Gessler's hat.' Since Schiller wrote his 'Don Carlos,' every real
German asks with Marquis Posa: 'Sire, give us freedom of thought I'

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'•This love for liberty dwell eternally in our German hearts. How aptly has
our Heinrich Heine revealed this in his •Englische Fragmented : 'The English-
man loves liberty as he would his legal spouse; the Frenchman loves liberty
as he would his chosen fiancee; the Geiman loves liberty as he does his
old grandmother... .The Britan, tired of his wife, may tie a rope around her
neck and lead her to Smithfield, to be sold at the market place. The fickle
Frenchman may become a philanderer and forsake his betrothed. But the ^

German will never evict his old grandmother; he will always keep a place for ^
her by the fireside where she can tell fairy tales to eagerly listening children. * -^

"The beautiful story of Liberty is written on the second side of our pyramid.
But on the third side is engraved the word 'Justice*. A true German is not
only honest, but above all else he is Just and fair, even toward the enemy.

"The foundation of this German pyramid is Humaneness. This sentiment, too,
is expressed by Schiller in that beautiful 'Hymne an die Freude,' which
inspired Beethoven to compose his 'Ninth Symphony' :

P^3

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•Alle Menschen ^erden Brueder,
Wo ihp sanfter Fluegel weilt.*

**A3 Americans, we feel closely akin to Germany, which had a somewhat similar
experience in the course of world history, because Germany used to be the
melting pot of the Old World. Wars of many centuries were fought on German
soil. The Celts and the Romans, the Huns and. the Poles, the Swedes and the
Si>ainards, the Russians and the French — all have contributed their racial
blood strains, and their best character traits are evident today in the
German people, just as the American character epitomizes the highest achieve-
ments of all racial cultures. As the German is the American of Europe, so
is the American the Geimein of the New V/orld, the gold and the steel of all
races, refined and hardened by migration and war.

••Thus there are bands between us and Germany; they have a similar history
and the same ideals. When I talked for the first time over short wave radio
from America to Germany — it was on March 28, 1925—1 hailed the mother coun-
try, on irtiose soil I had never stepped, by saying: »You have given the

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world many things. Through Kant the philosophy of eternal peace, through
Lessing the respect for truth, through Schiller the love of liberty, through
Goethe the beautiful ideal of the sublime dignity of man. He are profoundly
indebted to you, and this debt we intend to pay. Therefore we say to you
today: "Never forget, yourselves, the lessons which you have given the world
through your great thinkers and poets."

"Unfortunately, the whole world seems to have forgotten those doctrines; sin-
ister forces are at work everywhere to forge chains, lianas highest obligation
today is to pay taxes and to shout, 'Hurrah*.

"But brute force is digging its own grave — hatred dies from its own poison —
and after the night will come the golden dawn, after the winter a smiling
spring. The dawn of a new era is in the air in all lands, and with joy in
our hearts we will greet the new spring which will dispel and destroy all
petty malice, all hatred, all envy, all the stark madness of the middle ages,
in the name of pure humanitarianism. I»Iay the German spirit reawaken! Make

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way for liberty'. Put down your arms! Hurrah for the German ideal I ^

Then followed two songs by the Vereinigte Damenchoere (United Ladies' Choruses)
under the direction of H. A. Rehberg. The chorus was considerably augmented

by fellow associations of the Northwestern Saengerbund. Represented were: ^^

Appleton, i/isconsin. Concordia of St. Paul, Minnesota; Genaania of Peoria, '-5

Illinois; Germania of Kansas City, Missouri; Hammond, Indiana; Liederkranz -^

of Muscatine, Iowa; Milwaukee, irVisconsin; Schweizer of Chicago; and Freiheit ^

of Chicago. ::

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A surge went through the crowd as turner detachments, under the direction of
Leader Klaafs — and fencers, under Henry Kraft — appeared on the scene. The
various features were received with rousing applause. lA

The Milwaukee Singers

In the meantime, the Milwaukee male choruses had separated from the rest of

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the singers and demonstrated, xrnder the direction of Hans Marlow, former con-
ductor of the Chicago Singverein (after the death of .Vilhelm Boepplers), that
the art of singing was also cultivated in Milwaukee, and with excellent results.
The guests earned much applause.

The Resolution r^

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The program drew to a close. The Rosegger Steirer KLub meanwhile had taken ^

over the field and performed a star dance, which in its composition and ^

execution showed the great care and diligence with which it had been prepared, n

Ignatz Lafnitzeger was in charge. f >

Then the Vereinigte Damenchoere offered two more songs, after which the chair- i >
roan of the committee on resolutions read the following resolution: ^''

^^e Americans of German descent, assembled at Soldier* Field this 13th day of
August, 1933, give herewith renewed expression of our devotion to the high
ideals of our country, its traditions and achievements.

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^He rededlcate our lives to the everlasting principles of liberty and justice,
as they are recorded in the Declaration of Independence.

^V/e espouse the policy of George Washington, who recommended that this country
stay clear of all European entanglements and alliances, and we are for this
reason opposed to the League of Nations and the World Court.

"We protest vehemently against the national origins clause in the immigration
law, because it is obiviously unfair and designed only to curtail immigration
from the Germanic countries, and we demand an early repeal of this clause.

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♦'In view of the American maxim of fair play, we ask our fellow citizens and i^
our government to eradicate the malicious lie of Germany's war guilt from the
history books, and to revoke that infamous Peace 'Treaty of Versailles, since
this treaty was not based on Justice but on historical falsehoods. As American
citizens we ask for adoption of the resolution proposed by Senator Shipstead
of Minnesota, at the same time expressing the appreciation of millions of

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American citizens for Senator Shipstead*s fight for a just cause. The
Shipstead resolution calls for an impartial investigation of the War Guilt
article of the Versailles Treaty. Since the U, 3. Government, through
President Wilson, was a cosignatory to this abominable treaty, we expect our
present administration to exert its influence on behalf of a revision of that
treaty.

••As loyal American citizens, we expressly endorse the courageous actions taken
by our President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in his fight against the depression,
and ask every American citizen to support the administration in all measures
it deems necessary to bring back prosperity.

••As liberty- loving citizens of our coiintry, we want to register our displeas-
ure with the Eighteenth Amendment euid the Jones law, and urge the repeal of
both.

••To our children and their descendants, we bequeath herewith that devotion

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towards our Republic, that thoroughness in peaceful labor, and that galleuitry
in battle which characterize our race. We hope that, in the course of our
country's further development, these ideals will become more and more America's
treasured possession, and that our country will finally develop a kind of
Americanism iriiich is untainted by racial or religious problems.''

The Finish

Two songs by the mass choruses closed the program before the football game got
under way. The cro¥id started to leave. The orchestra, under the direction of
Henry Johnks, played a medley called "Alldeutschland", and many people lingered
awhile to listen to the familiar melodies reminding them of their native land.
The German national anthem ''Deutschland, Deutschland ueber Alles" brought German
Day to a close.

Radio Broadcast to Germany

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Shortly before the conclusion of the celebration, Mr. De Vry and Llr.
George Seibel went to the broadcasting studio of the Vtorld^s Fair, where a
connection with Germany had been established over the National Broadcasting
Company* s network. Mr. De Vry introduced L'Ir. Seibel, vriio briefly described the
German Day celebration, and broadcast greetings from Chicago*s German element
to the radio audience in Geiroany.

The president of the World's Fair, Mr. Rufus C. Dawes, had promised to partici- '^
I)ate in the festivities, but was detained by urgent business. But he later ^
joined the two gentlemen in the studio, and also addressed a few words to the
German audience.

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TIIE FIRST CxSHIvli'tN DAY m CrIIC.iGO, JVIU 15, 1893

^alf-tone, three columns-quarter of a page, view of
the celebration of German Day in 1893/

(HHI^\N

There are not many periods in the history of a people in v/hich a few generations ^

may witness events which not only bring v;ith them a revolution in the political ^

and economic structure of the country but also have a very •:i;rGat effect upon i^
the lives of individuals.

For many people a special celebration, a special honor, or some other event
v/hich they havs experienced, is a l--indmark in their lives. The lives of many
have sped by, however, without any landiaark of tiiis iiort.

In Germany the generations of the last sixty-three years saw an empire come
into existence, tool: part in the mighty growth of this empire, then went through
the 7/orld liar, which brought the destruction of this empire and led to the

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IV Soimta^-^post (Sunday Edition of .vbeadpost ) , .lu-^. lo, 1933.

rrerman Rexmblic; today, after about fourteen years, they are faced v.ith a new
development of (leriaany, into a ^fational Jocialist £;tate»

Fundamentally, all this belonf>:s to the history of Crer.iiany; it is the affair 5
of the Reich and its subjects. Yet history also shows that Geriuans abroad,
that citizens of ':>er.nian stock in foreiv:n lands, have shared more ardently

in the fate of their homeland than have those \vuo actually dv/ell in Germany. -o

It can scarcely be denied that the ^)ernan people abroad f>;rev; (greater and more o

influential the more powerful the motherland beca'^fie, and that the ^reat changes co

that resulted from GerfPiany's greater i)Ov/er were not without their effect upon I^

the fates of those who had emi,?:rated. ^

The Crerrian people of C-iica70 have had the priviler'^e of seein.^ and takinc an
active part in two v/orld*s fairs within a period of forty years.

For Germans the hi^^h point of the Columbian Exposition in 1093 was the German
Day on June 15. The hif'Ji point of this yearns world^s fair, .i Century of

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rv oonntaf^Qst (Sunday iidition of .ibendijost ) , Au^^, 15, 1933.

Progress, is this Junday, iiu^ust 13.

I.Iany of those v/ho s av; the Colurabian Exposition are still alive. They prob-
ably have not yet for:*otten June 15. jor all those v;ho were not yet in
Ghicarro at that tine there should be a brief description of the size and ^
spirit of the celebration on that day, ' U

Larf;;e and imposing v/as the "^rhian House in Jaclcson Park. The Geriiian Village £
7/:is one of the chief attractions of the ^xoosition. oj

The German Reich had sent a bi,: exhibit to th(j fair. The CorTLnissioner of
the Reich v;as Privy Counsellor '.Verrauth, who v;as accompanied by a staff of
representatives of the diplomatic service, commerce, and industry.

The representative of the G-enaan Reich v;as the German .imbassador. Baron von
Ilolleben. The Reich v/as represented in Chica.:';o by the 'Jerinan Consul

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u«A.

Dr. Xarl Buenz.

The chair.iian of the festival cor.Liittee v;a3 ^. 1. Hall; the secretary, Lax otern;
the chaiiTTien or individual connittees, Harry Rubens, Heriiann romy, Louis Ilurz,
.^.dolph ''ieore-^e, j'rani: center, ..ilheln Vocke, and Charles H. :..acicer.

The pro-;;ram v/as divided into four parts: the parade, which was in eight divi- 31

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sions; the official cerer.iony in front of the 'lervan i-ouse; the concert in the o
...uoic Hall, at v/hich Theodor Thomas, the founder of t.he Jhica:.:o oyj.iphony '^
orchestra, v:a3 conductor, v/hilo G. Katzenber-:er led a nixed chorus and S

Henry Jchoenfeld led a male chorus; and. the turner display in the arena, in
v/nich turners Hartun':, Lobelly, xandervater, Jputh, ..iroth, iroeni,':, and Hinter-
lin;^: played important roles.

The festival closed v/ith a celebration in the ^>err.ian Village and an illumina-
tion of all the areas set aside for Cierman exhibits at the fair.

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The chief speaker at the festival w^l: Carl ochur^:. ^3 he rerr/jrlied, he had
had to "overcome r>o'^ie reluctance v.'l.en he received the invitation, but then
his Ciernan heart spoke," ^

Probably no one has ever s:oken a^-ain as he did. 'riis x-hole address v;as lif-hted F^
up V/'ith one thou-rht, "The 'iernan af-aii: has ix f:^therland". He once fought <-

against reaction, then left his fatiierland and nade hiir.self a hone in the
I!ev; ViOrld, but v;ith rej:ard to its exhibit at the :i;xi:o3ition he found \;ords
only of the hi^-hest praise und roco,^:niticn for his native land. To a certain
extent he made his peace v;ith it.

The follov;in : v;ords nay be renei:ibered: "On this day ..e honor 'lernany in the
peaceful contest of nations on the hospitable so^l of the -jaerican Republic.

From near and far v:e have coiue here to render homaf*e to the r^enius of the
Gerifian nation. •• ./Translator's note: ■ ere and in Lhe follov;inc;: the dots are
indications of omission reprodiiced from the oomrbaf-nost./

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r/ JonntacpCGt (ouiidciy Tilditicn of .vbeiidj:ost ) , ai'> l.ij, 1933,

"How little our kinsrien ovei* there know us ir they believe that the heart

of the Gerrnan-torn .irierican has crovm cool iron the selTish pursuit of Lhe ^

dollar, and that he no loni:er feels love for the old horr.el^^nd. Today tltey 2

hear our hearts GpoaL:, • • . Jho nan who does not revere hie ola ir.other v.ill not ^=^

be capa" le of lovin^* his voun-^ bride faithfu-^.ly. Jie nan v;ho .oes not aonor rj
his old fatherland does not deserve the nev. one.... -o

"The v/ar of 1070-71 was a ^-lorious tine. Every G-eri'ian heart, all over the ^o

world, boat v;ith adr.iira:.icn and --^Tatitude xOr t-he kiasnen in the old father- S

lojid; and wiierever the ''Jeman ton;^ue was heard the joyous chorus resounded, ^^

•At last Tieriuans ar<:ain have a fatherl-Jidl * .uvery 'leman breast turilled
v/itii a bolder self-respect, and every drop of 'German blood was wariaed by the
nev.'ly risen sun of German honor and r_:reatness.

"• !any years have passed since Lhat time, and af:;ain . e see Ger:'.ania ;vearing
the v/reath of victoiy. This tiL.e sue aoes not have -che bloody laurel won on
distant battlefields, but she is adon.ed with the civic crov-n v;hich she v:on

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in the peaceful cent est of invention, of art, of creative labor, of fruitful
endeavor, of civilization, I'ere 'Sne stands, not ifierely one of the tnron{^,
but aiiionf^ the v;innors in the contest, .dl the worla nov; sees v;hat 'leri.iany
can do in eace.

'*The policy of imderbiddinr: v/as characteristic of Germany in Philadelphia p

(:ilditor /of .^bondT:ost7* V.orld^s Fair of 1876). ?rer.Tiany • s diffidence v:as he I"

sad aftermath of the davs lon^^ a;TO, the davs of the dis:ne:;.berLient , of imTO- -c

tencr:, oi* pettiness, .of self-depreciation, of doubt in her ov/n stren^h. o

The . olicy of outbidding- is characteristic of ^^erLianv at the V/hite Git'/ in co

Ciucago, the '^ler .any of modern tiii.eo, of the poiverful empire, the mounting i:::^

patriotism, the self-respect, the p;reat inspirations, of mi;:hty pov;er, of ^
lofty aspirations, ^-reat in its [rlovy of war but no less great in ^.jeaceful
achievements.

"It is this Germany that v;e nov; greet. IVith proud consciousness of accom-
plishment Gerrnan^'- can say to the nations of the earth, •Gone and beholdl*

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/jTter the Gernan victories in the Franco-±ru3.- ian ..ar it was said: *That

was not nere brute force. That was the ^.'ork of th-:> Pieman schoolmaster,*

The Scurie ir.ay he said here, if under "che ten.. V.choolmaoter* v/e inclucie the
Gerraan university, *'

Then he burst forth vvith those words that are printed elsev/i.ere as a reminder
of th- t v/hich stirred the hearts: of all .Jiericans of '>eriii:iri stock at that
tiir.e, and which won for Carl ichurz applause such as no si-^eaker ever had
either before or since that tirr.e.

The booklet containing: the prOf^ram v;hich ;:as, for its time, in the best of cr
taste, breathes the sane spirit.

There is vi-Tor in the verses which those in ch'jr.o;e of the festival dedicate
to the exhibitors. The sentences of the pro^Tam dedication rin^: out with
dimity and pride.

Pai-ts of this, also, deserve to be reiT.ernbered:

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'^••.•^-jid in these brilliant achievements -..e Gerhian-.^iericans have done our
full share. The products of 'ler;:iany v/hich make up its exhibit are the fruits
of the GeriMan spirit, and in spirit v;e too are Geri.ian. V/oe unto us and unto
our adoptive land if v;e cease to be so. ''".e Crer-Mcn nature is the leaven which
animates the .jfierlcan people and i:ive it zest ^^Traaslator's note: The literal
translation is, **v;hich preserves the .jnerican people and makes it palatable^/. ^
The German spirit is the foundation on v/hich the structure of the .unerican ^:^
nation is r'-radually developing; into a firm and completed v/hole, ..ere it not 3^
for both of these the new structure v;ould have collapsed lon^: a^o. ^.

"The land of social equality .uid political freedom is the land of the future.
It is nov/ our task, as bearers and harbin^^ers of "Terman culture, to see to it
that the instruction which America and the v;orld have received from Ciermany*s
exhibit bears further fruit in this country, .viid this is not merely the duty
of Crerr;ian-.^>mericans in c:*c:'eral, but each individual German-. imeri can should do
his best, in his omi circle, to see to it that in vi; orous materialism the
ideal is not lost si;.'^t Oi , that in the effort to make a living the enjoyment

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of life is not forr.otten, and that in the effort to be practical and useful
beauty is not lost, '..e for our ■o:.rt, however, must practice not only self-
assertion but self-denial, as everyone nust adiuit ivho knows the wealmesses
of the German.

"But ^^ood luck to Germany and the GerL.an people, and nay success attend the
GenTian spirit evoryivhere, especially in the United otates and in our city,
which leads the nationi To accomplish this may you find assistance in the
German Day I"

^••••Let us be proud of our fatherland, but let us not in our pride set our-
selves above our fellov; citizens and fellov; men, for in that way v/e v/ould
become incapable of our subline cultural mission ana unworthy of it. ^

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GEWJ^ MmiCAl^l DAY AT THE ".OHLD'S FAIR
Good Program Prepared For Annual Celebration

The preparations for this year's German Day celebration are completed. This

afternoon, promptly at 1 P.M., activities will get undar way which will prove ^

that, in spite of any little differences which may have crept into their ranks ^

lately, the Americans of German descent are firmly united. These activities -x

have taken place regularly for many years, in commemoration of the first German -

immigrants and as a pledge to the German national heritage. %

German Day — a more appropriate name would be The Day of German- America — is of
special significance this year, inasmuch as it is celebrated in connection with
the World's Fair (A Century of Progress Exposition).....

The ceremonies, which will commence immediately after the parade at 1 P.M., v/ill
take place in Soldier Field, which has a capacity of one hundred thousand seats.
The program committee, which had great difficulty in obtaining Soldier Field to

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accommodate the huge throng they anticipate, appeals once more to the
Chica^^o German element to be present at the celebration.

All nationalities have been invited to celebrate their particular ''day'* under
the auspices of the YJorld's Fair, and there is no doubt that special efforts
have been made and are still being made /by each nationality/ to make its day
a glorious one. The committee in charge of the German Day celebration, con-
sisting of representatives of the most prominent German- American associations,
has been working h?:rd for the last seven months completing the preparations
for todays s celebration. They can look back on a job v;ell done. The problem
was to present a varied program v/hich would not tire the spectators. The
program printed elsewhere in this issue shows that the committee has discharged
its task satisfactorily.

The German Lied has been granted an especially prominent place on the program.
Not less than three mass choruses — two male choruses and one female chorus--
will be heard. The turner societies and sport clubs will glory in special

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performances and will engage in competitive games. From the v^ealth of attrac-
tions offered, let us merely mention the Sterncntanz /dance of the stars/ of
the Styrian group who will appear in national costume*

It was decided to omit the long-winded speeches this time. Except for a ^

brief welcoming address by Mr. Bernard De Vry, who is in charge of the cele- -r:^

bration, there is only one speech on the program. George Seibel, first p

speaker of the American Turner Bund, will deliver the German Day address in X

German. r

Seibel was born in Pittsburgh in 1872. He went to a German school and early ^
learned to appreciate the beauty of German literature. VJhen only ten years ^

old, he had already read Simrock^s **Nibelungenlied** and Schiller's ^.Vilhelm
Tell**. His love for the German language and literature has never died, and
after working for twelve years as an editorial writer for the leading American
newspapers of Pittsburgh, where he also was a book critic, he turned to the
German-language press. During the entire war he did this difficult work.

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His speech at Johnstown, which was delivered at the German Day celebration
of 1916, and was entitled ''The Hyphen in American History^ has been distri-
buted throughout the country in many thousands of copies,

Seibel's poems and novels have been published in the best monthly magazines
of the country. His dramas, among them ^The Leper, ♦• have been staged in
many cities.

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This year's parade, under the command of Captain G. H# V/eldeling will probably
turn out to be especially imposing and colorful. All participants are to meet l-j
at the north entrance of the World's Fair at noon. Only those vdio come in
costume or in uniform — white trousers, white shirt, and cap will also be con-
sidered as such— will be given free admission to the Fair as participants in
the parade.

The floats will assemble at Franklin and Randolph Streets at 11 A.T.^ , and after
passing through the Loop will join the rest of the parade at the north entrance

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to the Fair. In the first division, there will be the usual detachments of
the United States Army units. As they march to the plaza where the flag-
raising ceremony will be held, the artillery will fire the custcmary salute.

In this division, whose marshal, John Beierwaltes, is the president of the
Central Association of the Military Societies of Chicapo and Vicinity, will
march all the military groups that have decided to take part in the parade.

At 7 P.M., there will be a reception for the guests of honor along with the
program of entertainment and music at the German-Amer i can House of the Fair, co

which is located on the north island near the Planetarium. A double auartet {^
from the Chicago Singverein has promised its co-operation. There will be no
extra admission for this little after-program. Everybody is welcome.

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a^Rii'di

iilJITOUIIC iSIiilNT

The unaersi,:'ned organisation will not take part in tho German Day celabration. ^

The continu'J. insults to tlie Gopi.-kin flag and the Governiaent of the German ^:2:,

people durine"; the coniaittee sessions prohibit our taking part in a celebration p

which in our opinion dishonors the Geriian narae. At the same time v;e also v;ish Z,

to inform our friends and members that the German aviator Udet will not be ,^
present as guest of honor.

Friends of the ITev; Germany, Chica^^o an
Local (Formerly Deutscher Volksbund)

Fritz GisGibl Reichslialle,
3839 IT. Ashland Avenue,
Chicaco, 111.

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III H

I C Abendpost. July 20, 1933.

OHE ARGUMENT ABOUT IBE FLAG

(Editorial)

Last Tuesday night at the World's Fair many visitors attended the dedication

of the German building prepared by German-Americans for visitors of German ^

descent* The building originally was reserved for the Poles, but their plans ^

fell through because of a lack of funds, whereupon the World's Fair administra- ;^

tion, at the request of the Geiman-Americans , placed the building at the letter's J

disposal* Ihe German Reich was not represented at the dedication ceremony* Zx

Consixl General Dr* Hugo Simon explained his absence by pointing out that only ^J
the American Stcors and Stripes was flying from the building, that the flag of
the German Reich was not displayed*

This is what happened: The members of the German-American Committee had
originally agreed to display the Austrian and the Swiss flags along with the
Stars and Stripes, although even then voices were heard demanding that the

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Asierican flag cuLone should fly over the building* Later , groups which were
closely associated with the National Socialists demanded that the swastika flag
also be displayed* But since no agreement could be reached on this point , it
was decided to raise only The Star-Spangled Banner.

The members of the Committee who objected to displaying the swastika flag E^
obviously thought that this flag might be regarded by the visitors to the build- ^
ing and the exhibition not as part of the emblem of the German Reich, but as a T^
National Socialist Party flag, or even as an emti-Semitic symbol* According to L
a decree of the German Chancellor, published in this issue of the Abendpostt the I •
swastika flag is in fact a part of the Reich's national emblem* The latter thus
consists virtually of two flags— * the well-known black, white, and red colors,
and the swastika flag* Wherever the German Reich shows its colors, these two
flags must be displayed simultaneously*

Since only the black, white, and red flag was to be displayed on the German-
American building, but not the swastika, the Consul General's assertion that he

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could not be present unless the svvastika v/as also hoisted can in a sense be
justified.

Of course, the Oerrnan-American building is not at all an exhibition building of
the German Reich, The Gorman Reich officially declined to be represented at
the Fair. It v/as only after the official German representatives had returned
to Germany from their visit to the opening ceremonies at the Fair that it v/as
decided in Berlin, rather belatedly, to send a number of items to the exposition,
and to use the space which was gladly turned over for this purpose in the build-
ing of the German-i-imericans, The exhibition pieces are still en route from
Germany. But even this display v/ill not make any change in the relations of the
German-American group and the building. The group is, after all, the landlord,
and has the authority to decide which flags shall be displayed over the building.

The group declined to hoist any flag other than The Star-Spangled Banner when it
was learned that the swastika flag had to be displayed together with the black,
white, and red flag, because the swastika, as has already been mentioned, is

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I C Abendpost> July 20, 1933.

regarded by most Americans and Gerriian-Arnericans as a party fla^ and as a
symbol of anti-Semitism, German-Zimericans who are not at all anti-Semitic and
who count many German Jev/s in their ranks, simply would not understand the
sic^nificance of a swastika flag's bein^ displayed on a building which has been
dedicated to them and over which they have charge. No doubt many v/ould refuse ^
to enter the building if they v;ere to see the sv/astika flag waving over it^ '5

The attitude of the Consul Cleneral and that of the Gerrian group can be justified,'
each on different grounds. For the sake of preserving harmony within the German 1
element here, let us express the hope that some agreement or compromise will soon;
be reached on the flag question.

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Sffi^IiiN

Abendpost , June IP., 1933.

GERI.arJ-^.ISRIC^ .^CD 'IKE ClllC^rX) \;0IILD'3 F^IR
Dv. Otto L* Sclunidt iUmonnces That a
Gerrrian House V*ill 3oon Be ODened

To answer once and for all the rumors that Ger::ian-.iraericans are paving no
attention to the V/orld's Fair, Dr. Otto L. Schiaidt, the chairiiian of the
Viiorld's I'air coFJuittee of the German .Toun, has made a statement, the follov;-
inf^ part of ;vhich should be repeated: r;

"The German Government states that it is unfortunately not in a position to 2

participate officially in the Vvorld's Fair. This, hov;ever, does not prevent Lo

German-i^ericans f i^on taking an active part in the Fair, For four years a ^

committee under the direction of Ernest J* _j:u6tf;en has been workin-^ to show ^^
those of different origins what the Germans have accomplished in the fields
of science, commerce and industry, art, music, and literature.

"The committee hopes that within a fev; days it will be able to publish an

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announcement v/hich v;ill be of {general interest. I refer to the opening oi*
our own building.

'^Because of the ecor.o.nic depression the corfiinittee had to proceed cautiously. J'.

The difficulties of ^aisinp; money seem to have been overcome. This task is "^

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being accomplished. ..e have been receiving: the best of support from all r;
sides. V.e expect that the German as ;vell as the .imerican press v/ill print -y
this good news as soon as possible. o

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"The plan is to be completed in the same form as was outlined by the comraittee ^
as early as 1928» Naturally the latest developments will be taken into account. ^'

"It is our intention, for example, to open a restaurant which is to be exactly
liko those vihich onjoy such popularity in the old country, a restaurant v;ith
all the trimmings /Translator's note: The literal is "with all the tricks"^

"G-ermau Day, on /tU^^ust 13, will be the hif;a point of the arrangements made by

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Abendnost, JuiiG 12, 1033*

the Gernan-.uiericans. The festival vjill be under the direction of
Bernard DeVry.

"In the buildin^^ ladies will be in char^j;e, the mernbers of the ladies* section §
of the '.iorld*3 5^ir -J^oup, under the leadership of Lliss Tarie Becker and ^

I/irs. ]ilmil Eitel. F^

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'^Furthenriore, there v;ill be in the huildinc an information office which may
be used i/ithout cost by all of Gerraan descent* Exhaustive information v/ill
be available, not only -bout the '.Vorld's Fair, but also about Chicago. ^;

"It has been proposed that the ^CJeriuan Mouse be called *Das Haus V/illkommen*
(The House of '..'elcome). This will be decided later, hov;ever.

"3verythin:^ is planned so that only the bare expenses will be covered. If
there should be a surplus, it is to be distributed to the various charitable
organi zat ions ."••••

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ge.-u,;an

Abendoost, Llarch 29 » 1933

(Editorial)

On Friday of this v/'eek, the meeting of the 'German Day .'association will
take place, at which definite decisions about this year's Oerman Day
are to be made* There have been extensive debates in the societies and the
press, and in the course of previous v/eeks, in broader circles of our
German population the conviction gained ground that the festival could only
take place in the lixposition L^uildine* It is pointed out that the manatrement
of the Exposition does not show the German Day association v^ry much
courtesy* This is regrettable, and can not be censured strongly enough,
but it does not change the fact that the Exposition is in Jhicago and that
the Germans of Chicago are in honor bound to arrange a German Day in the
Exposition Building. The German Day Association, like other individuals and

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Abendoost, L'-rch 29, 1933.

organizations, is at present short of funds, Sut even this should not be
an insurmountable obstacle.

The ..'orid*s Fair oi'fers the visitors so many attractions that it is not
necessary to have a large program in order to induce them to come. The
celebration of the German Day should be sufficient inducement for men and
women of Jemian extraction to come in laree numbers. Besides, it would
be advisable to arrange sor e kind of out-door demonstration, by which the
German Day would be conspicuous. This prop;ram could be carried out without
larsre exoenditures.

besides, the management of the .brld's ^air asked the German Day Association
to acquire a larf^e amount of admission cards. The undertaking should not
be frustrated by this request. There is a way out and it must be found.
It is unthinkable that the Germans of Chicago should not have a German Day
celebration at the /orld's Fair this year, when in all probability thousands
upon thousands of :ermans and German-Americans will visit our city.

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GERMAN

Abendoost, Lar. 23, 1933 •

THE PL:J^ 07 a Gr:iiL:A:J-.^\(ERICA!T h:xHIBITIO'^ 0''\^I:IALLY AB.^imCN^D -
nPOSSBLK TO liAISr: S'MTGH n^JEY; GEL^.BR. .TION
OF G?:.dI/;iN DAY AT THE EXPOSITION.

at yesterday's rr.eetiriv^ of the German grjxO of the ./orld's Fair, which took
place, v/ith Llr. Ernst Kruetgen presidinj^, at the Bismarck Hotel, it wrxs
decided to drop the )lan of* an exhibition ithin the frai::ev/ork of xhe
"Epic of .-liner ica*" of the Gerraan-jnerican section. This proposition was
made by Dr. Otto L, Jchir.idt, president of .he exhibition coininittee .
Dr» ochmidt pointed out that it was iinoossible to raise sufficient money
for the exhibition, therefore, it is best to abandon the plan, and to
discharge the comiaittee. A resolution to th'jtt end was, thereiore, accepted.

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Abendpostt Tar, 28, 1933*

It is still possible, that throan;h private enterprises, a 3erman-Ainerican
exposition can be arranged, but the prosoects seem to be very poor, llr»
Reinhold Oeschler and Dr. <• Feichmann reported about their soliciting trip
to the ':^ast and to 3t . Louis. On account of the depression and the situa-
tion caused by the bank holidays, these trips did not brin?^ any results,
although Dr. Teichmann succeeded in collecting a number of smaller contri-
but ions* The German group is now going to direct its attention to a worthy
and imposinf^ celebration of the German Jay, which is planned for .lu^ust 13th.
L!r. Oeschler and Dr. Schiaidt said that the leaders of the German-.ijnericans
of the East, declined to work together .vith this German group. Dr. Schmidt
said he could find no explanation for their refusal.

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GjH^AN

Sonntagpost (Sunday iildition of Abendpost) ,

Dec. 25, 1932.

APPEAL TO OUR SINQSRS
Richard Wagner Men's Chorus Sounds the
Call to Rally for y/orld's Fair

The Richard Wagner Men's Chorus, an organization affiliated with the United
Singers of Chicago, sounded the call to the singers of Chicago to rally them
in a common perfonoance for next year at the World's S^ir. Rarely has such p
joyful news been brought to Chicago's organized life. rj

Letters were sent out to the United Singers, to the representatives of the 2

Saengerbund of the Northwest, to the representatives of the North American co

Saengerbund and the Organization of the City of Chicago (sic), and to the §

representatives of the Woricers' Saengerbund. "^

Side by side with these large organizations are a large number of male
choruses which are not affiliated with any of these organizations.

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Sonntagpost , Dec. 25, 1932.

This call is meant for then to create a united front. It is up to them to
find, for the sake of the great cause, some form of approach for the great
cause of the German Song at the World's Fair.

The call of the Richard V/agner Llale Chorus, "There are great days ahead of
the national Groups. The German element must not stay behind. The German
group is at work to create a dignified representation for the German element
at the World's Fair. The singers know that the German group is going to ask
the singers assembled in Chicago to enable the German song to be received
by the public in a perfected form at a tLne when our German brethren from
the other side of the ocean and from the whole world will have assembled
here.

''This will be possible When all German singers are willing to volunteer for
unified work. We are dealing here, as every German knows, with the most
treasured possession of the old homeland, with the German song, and v/ith

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Sonntagpost, Dec. 25, 19 32.

the German word. And what is more, and what every Grerman i^oiov/s, too, we
are here endeavoring to stand together and work together. This requires —
as it were— some self-restraint.

The stone must be made to roll in its proper time so that the good in-
tentions will not be frustrated by "lack of time" as such an excuse might
be given by some singers to the questioning German group. The annual
conventions are upon us, the United Singers have given their consent to
follow the call with joy. '.Vhere there is a will there will also be a way,
a way to a community of workers embracing all singers of Chicago. During
the World^s Fair the world will be shown, '^These are Chicago's hosts of
singers".

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III A Sonntagpost (Sunday Sditlon of Abendpost ) . Dec. 18, 1932.

GEiaiAN DAY

Please do not take the following as untoward criticism or faxiltfinding. I am
of the opinion that we owe recognition and gratitude to those who took pains
to bring about German Day, devoting to it many a personal sacrifice of time, ^
effort, and money* And yet it cannot be denied that the festive mood has been ^
subsiding in the last few years; the number of visitors has decreased, there ^
is, in short, a general letdown* £7

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I would say that for the celebration of German Day, the best talent should be
employed. From its local limitations it should be advanced to a wider and high
er field of activity. It should be so reshaped that eveiy American, bom here ij
or elsewhere, should be glad to take part in the celebration, because he is
persuaded and he knows that here is something to hear, to see; an opportunity
to experience something that cannot be experienced elsewhere in America or in
Europe. The festival as a whole should make an \inforgettable and lasting im-
pression.

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III A Sonntagpost (Sirnday Edition of Abendpo3t)> Dec# 18, 1932,

Above all, the festival must not be made tiresome by great length and by repe-
titions of what has already been said a hundred times. It should, in detail as
well as In its entirety, be dramatically fomed and enhanced, like a tremendous
creation of art which keeps growing from the day it begins to the day it ends*
It should not deal so much with the past, with pride in our ancestors* achieve-
ments, but it should bear witness to the present and future in strength, in <:^
freedom, and in beauty. It should in reality bring something new, something r;
that will enrich American life. Each individual festival would have to have ^
a guiding force all its own— -its own aspect of what is essentially Geiman. i^^

The German Day may become submerged in mediocrity and dullness; then it would
be better to save time and effort and do away with it; but it also has great
possibilities* For this it needs preparation and sufficient means. Should
the latter not yet be available, it would be better to wait a year or two.
German Day should become a day of creativeness which invigorates American cul-
ture and enriches it, deepens it. "Never retreat!" should be its slogan;
••always onward and upward!" It may make appeals, but not by means of sober

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III A Sonntagpost (Sxmday Edition of Abendpost ) . Dec. 18, 1932.

resolutions, which always remain ineffective; but it should mirror the demands
and express them by artistic performances; in a plea for Geiman speech and
Grerman welfare that is permeated with simple beauty, victorious strength, and
fine feeling for the best in the American character.

Geiman Day must continue to give a better and clearer expression to the German
voice within the symphony of the American nationalities; it is up to it to show
that the essence of what is German is, in its true conception, not xvorking for
separation, for disclaiming, importuning, or making positive assertions, but
for union, conciliation, and clarification; that there is among its other
qualities a breath of world citizenship, a suggestion of cosmic breadth and
of metaphysical depth. In this way it nay be instrumental in a veritable
xmion of nations out of the American conglomerate of peoples, wherein the var-
ioxis national individualities will not be molded to a shallow level and re-
moved, but harmoniously incorporated into the v/liole. It is not proper to look
continually and sentimentally to iiXirope, but rather to shov/ the world something
new, something that is our ovm and is valuable; the reshaping of the German and

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^« III A Sonntagpost (Sunday Sdition of Abendpost) , Dec. 18, 1932*

American spirit into a higher unit.

These thoughts of nine merely represent ideas of a lonely dreamer who thinks :^
that one miist grasp the impossible like a visionary with the eyes of the spirit, 2
in an effort to make goodness and beauty altogether possible. ^::^

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Chiirch, Orchard .jtroot, ^'3 i-or lAac^, -md 7ull.:jrtcn AarJ::v/ar; undar the 5

si.^n of ''A World's l^'^.ir Ai:_i:it", thj pa^oant vrill int:^rent .ido circlos of '^

0-3rr.ans. ^

Toni::ht's visitors ill bo 3 i v/n ir novin*^ Pictures a con.arison botv;eon 3

the exi^osltion of 1B93 -.ind th'it ;::ich, or. J'uno 1 of the co-^^in^;: ye:ir, is -^

•oin-: to open its port::ils in "!hioM_;o as bhe .orld's Aair, Dr. ^eor:- L. "^^

Icherr^or ;;ill speak cs the fil.^ is sho.-;n. ?red ;A _;i^ nermann, forior
^ovo'^nor of Wisconsin, ..ill .laho an ;.\ddress in ;r.ich, a^'ion- r-thjr tliiriins,
he V7ill ro 'Ort hov/ the ^er-ian -^r-^'ip h M'O in >l\icar-o endeav(;rs lo jT-ape
the interest of ••11 ^jr ion-'. . ^rioans i^: t': - o:-dn'- :;.: csition.

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AIJlTOiiL COIvTOIMTION A1\^D H^iilCTION OF OFFIGSRS

OF G:::i^.iAN day ORG.Ua^TION

Bernard de Vry Unanimously xillected

Chairman for V/orld^s i?'air Year

A meeting which lasted from 8:30 last night until 1:30 this morning, and which
was attended by one hundred and twenty-eight delegates, each of whom had the
power to vote, is the best proof that at this meeting of the German Day or-
ganization something extraordinary took place* And this was the case, for
yesterday the annual general convention and election of officers v;as held.

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Unanimously and by acclamation, Bernard De Vrjr v/as elected president of the
organization. Just before the election the organization made a formal reso- £5
lution to hold a Geiman Day celebration next year as has been their custom
in the past. Llr. de Vry received as his assistants a staff of officers who
may be expected to devote their entire attention to the great cause, and to

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pat aside all personal vjishes to make the Ger.nan Day of 1935 — the year of the
«/orlds Fair — an imposing illustration of the union of all German elements*

After the reading of the liiinutes of the last meeting, and after the usual
business had been disposed of, the various officers submitted their annual
reports.

The first speech was made bj^, President Weideling. lie began with a few intro-
ductory renarlcs about the course taken by this year's Ger.oan Day, and about
the work done by the committee on this arid other occasions, such as the Ger-
man reception. He continued as follows:

'^The spea>:er who spoke in Jnglish raade an address of s^eat interest concern-
ing our first president, George ./ashington, and the wonderful services of
General von Steuben and other Geriiians who at that time came to the aid of

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;yasliington and made possible the liberation of the thirteen states froia the
yoke of Britain.

"The speaker who spoke in German discussed international conditions and poli-
tics, instead of holding to the liiie given liim as a directive. It v/oiild have -^-
been his task to speak of the greatest poet of all times, Goethe, and the famous :§

co.'iiposer, Haydn, as this year's celebration of the Gerrian Day was, before all, -:-,

meant to be in honor of the Father of the ivepublic and of those famous two r -

German iien. "'-,

"To be the president of the German Day organization should be at once an honor
and a joy. Instead, at the end of those meetings, I have often gone home with
a heavy heart. The many frictions among the delegates, and, more important,
the attempts to use the Geniian Day for personal aims, v/ere not only painful
to the chairman, but damaging to the entire cause as well."

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V/eideling's report v;as concluded v;ith a nuraber of recormaendations, the most
important of which v/as to keep politics out of the Goriian Day celebrations,
and to hold as ineligible for an office in the executive body of the German
Bay organization any person who seeks to obtain any political of rice. ^.

Then followed the reports of the otaer officers. They gave individual ac-
counts of their activities during the past year. Jonie of thera welcoaed this
opportunity to give vent to their aiotions, and to becorae heated over those r_
persons — within and without the conimittee — ^^.vho on nany occasions have failed /;
to share their opinions, and who have even had the audacity to give expression "^
to opinions of their ovm, and to act in accordance vdth their convictions.

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Secretary-Treasurer Gies and Treasurer Loesicke stated yesterday that they
were still unable to submit a final report on the income and expenditure
of the current Geri.ian Jay celebration. The responsibility for this

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situation must be placed on some few dele£^€ites and organizations v/ho have not
yot accounted for the admission tickets.' There is hope that the money still
unaccounted for will cover the amount of the few bills yet unpaid. Zxxt the
treasurer hinted that a deficit of approximately two hundred and fifty dol-
lars will have to be anticipated. The fincince committee was instructed to
have the final report ready for the next ms;eting of delegates.

/js Captain Weideling refused to be re-elected, and since a fevj other gentle-
men declined the presidency offered them, lir. De Vry, v/ho v/as likewise among
those reluctant to accept, was Uaianimously elected president. He expressed
his thanks in a few v;ell-chosen words, stressing the fact that he is glad to
undertake this task, altliough it is by no means easy, and may even be re-
garded as thankless. He added tl^at he is counting upon the full co-operation
of all delegates and Genaan organizations.

The executive board for 1933 is nav composed of the follo^ving: President,

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Bernard De Vry; first vice-president, Frank K. ./aldlisrr; second vice-presi-
dent, LIrs. Julia Gerts; third vice-president, Theodor Pilgrarn; fourth vice-
president, Paul Jagner; corresponding secretarj'-, Adolph Glauoha; recording
secretary, .Villiam Kellmer; secretary-treasurer, Joseph Gios; treasurer, ^

Hermann Loesicke; finance cornmittee, Adolph Gill, .jiton Langhainmer, and f^"

Goorg H. 'Veideling; supervisor, v/illiam Iluebnar. ^

The retiring president, Mr, -eideling, was, as is the custom, naraed honorary -j
president. .—

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Abendpost, Dec. 5, 1932.
HARVEST FESTIVAL OF THE LINCOLIT TURNVEREIN <

•^

In their hall on Diversey Parlcway, the Lincoln Turnverein celebrated their
harvest festival with a two-day bazaar, "nie attendance was very good on
both days, so that the festival could wind up with a considerable net profit.

On Sunday afternoon, a film of the last Turnfest at Moline was shown. The
film was taken by Herr Adolf Oppenheimer of Davenport.

A number of members from the ladies* section contributed songs. Toward evening
an orchestra provided dance music.

As guests of honor, there were present the first speaker of the Illinois Turn
District, Leopold Saltiel, from Davenport, Iowa, Ludwig Berg, former secretary
of the district of the upper Mississippi, and, from Rock Island, Mrs. Ida Mae
Lange, a leading member of the women's section in the North American Turner-
bund.

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The committee for the festival was composed as follows: Chairiaan, Joe V- \,

Strohmeyer; vice-chairnen, Harr:^ VValdhauer and Lydia Collopy; secretary,
Wilhelm Sonter; treasurer, Henry Sisser,

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K33TI7;lL 07 mz IL'J>I3A FOOTRILL OUJB

Last Saturday the Kansa Football club celebrated its fourth anniversary
in the Lincoln Turner Hall. The festival was well attended, especially
by members of ether sport organizations.

Following a welcominc address by the first chairman, V/illy IVeyer, the
singing section of the Rheinischer Verein gave t .o songs v;hich were heartily
applauded by the audience. In the large hall the Alvien Bevier Orchestra
played dance music, while 3mutny»s trio gave concerts in the "Gemuetliches"
(room). Hero the humorist Kurt Schlegel distinguished himself with a few
samples of his art of recitation.

The festival committee was jomposod of the following gentlemen: V/illy V/eyer,
Raymund Euber, Julius Arnold, and Fritz V/olff. The entertainment, a complete
success, is certainly going to bring many friends to the Hansa Football Club.

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IV Grmi.^1 GROUP AT .;0RLD»3 FAIR :13K3 FOR C0-OP5IRATION

The German group of the 1933 Chicago v;orld*s Fair has invited all Genaans of
Chicago to a meetinc; Saturday evaning in the Knickerbocker Hotel. The group

is attempting to launch a campaign to collect money to present a dignified rep- ^

resentation of the Germans of Chicaf^o and the United States at the Fair. A 5

company of about one hundred ladies and r^entlemen, representative of the German -^

element, its organization??, and lar^^-er clubs, responded to the summons. P

Mr. ^mest J J/ Kruetgen, chairman of the German group; Dr. Otto L. Schmidt, Fred j

Zimmermann, the ex-Governor of our neighboring state, /isconsin; and Otto Reich ^^

sat at the table of regents. The first thrt:)e men were the speakers of the eve- "F^

ning. Di

Following a brief welcome Mr, liruetgen recalled the riorld^s Fair of the 73: r 1893,
and declared emphatically that the Century of Progress exposition ;vill positively
be opened on June 1 of the coming year.

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rv **The Gerra-jin Government," the speaker continued, ♦^7ill hardly be able to

participate. It thererore remains for us G-ennono to see to it that the
German element is v/orthil^'- represented, at least on a basis of equality v/ith all
of the other eToups, If mq arc not to bask in the splendor of the Geriiian e:diibit
as in 1893, v;e should at least sho.; the other nations what v/e have contributed to
the building up of the land. .7e must demonstrate our achievements in such a man-
ner that the visitors to the Fair cannot overlook them, but may see with their ;;!^
o;7n eyes what America owes to the Germans. If only we did not continually under- p
estimate ourselves I ;/e are proud of our German fatherland and our German blood, ^^
and we intend to do our bost to shov; the .vorld our capabilities. In Chicago alone ^
there are approximately six hundred thousand persons of German descent; added to !^
these are the many millions in other parts of the United States v;ho are called up-
on to lend a hand. For the affair with which we ;3re concerned is net local, but
national. T'le German button or pin of the Fair should be v;om evorjA/horo in the
countr;5r as a badge of honor. It should be a r>loasure for every German to lend his
aid, and, out of love for the old fitherlcUid, to contribute to the success of the
German department. ♦♦

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IV Dr. Otto Schmidt, the historian, stated briefly: ^\le are at fault v;hen we
are forgotten. But no:v is oui* chance to shov; what vve v/ere — what we are.'*

Dr. Schmidt recalled the days before the Revolution when they spoke in Pennsyl-
vania of '^ignorant and stupid Germans," referring to them as people whose lan-
guage "one did not understand". But in the course of the 3^ears it v/as a German
who manufactured the first paper. Germans were masters in the weaving of woolens,
in printing the first Bible ir. a foreign language, and in farming, for they ex-
celled in the field of agriculture. Germans gave the country great men — to name
only a fev/ of the many names mentioned by Dr. Schmidt: Zenker, the apostle of a
free press; Pastorius, Lieber, the friend of gymnastics; ^ajor GeneralT"
Gsterh-^us, ^^^neral Frcuiz/ Sigel, Carl Schurz, Steuben, and manjr others. They
have made great inventions, and have contributed many products of industry, but 2
in politics they have played no part. oo

The history'' of the German element in America from the time of its immigration is
to be shown at the Fair in pictures, documents, and manuscripts.

Ex-Governor Zimmermann boosted the purchase of Fair buttons and pins, lie attacked

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IV the subject like a cavalryman, and indorsed the sale of these emblems to
collect money, not only from Chicago, but from all over the country, for

the use of the Gerracin group at the ^-^ir. He declared, amid boisterous mirth,
that, he felt stimulated by the "Chicago spirit," and he sim^led out ladies and
gentleiaon whom he sav/ thero, calling them by neime. He praised their propensity
for working together for a common good, and their interest in the Chicago .7orld*s
Fair and in the German cause. He said that forty-four nations have agreed to
participate in the Fair, and that we Germans must not be missing.

"VJhen the fifty million Fair visitors return home," said Mr. Zimmermann, they will^
have seen that in America there is a strong and self-conscicus German element, and|.^^
in Chicago, a good citizenr;:. ^^

"Begin now the vork of soliciting for the German honor badge of the Fair," the
ex-Governor continued. "Start here in this city wi^h its six hundred thousand
Germans, its great organizations an' clubs, its churches, social gatherings, and
circles of ^riends. Then go farther, :o citios, tovms, and country places to
create interest in the three-point Goruian program: The V/orld's Fair, Chicago,

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IV and the Gorman cause,'* These three points were expressed decisively and
saliently, not unlike three other points: German /irt, Literature, anu

Industry.

Mr, Zimmermann pleaded ardently for interest and co-operation. "To each and every
German, the Fair's pin and the button must be of worth: it must by no means be re-
garded as merely a receipt for a dollar paid, but as a badge of honor for having
helped tov/ard German success."

A short moving picture was shov/n bet'.veon the speeches. These pictures, taken from ..j.
an airplane, showed what .-/as being done at the site of the Fair. There were also ^^
pictures of Chicago — the mecca of mankind's pilgrimages from every part of the
v/orld in the cominr: year.

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as:i.Lj: c^i^.r^iTY szyvrr.d. ■r^D^j^j.^i IvIGHT

Great ^ repar:itions for Eei.efit of "nern; loyed

Count ryr.en

Thanlcssivinr Day is scarcely over, cind noiv t luns are bein^: ruade to dejionstrate
by deeds the ::ratitude v/iiich is so often ex[-resoed in words. The ^reat benefit
festival provides Gerrnans v;ith an opportunity to help their less fortunate
brothers. The festival is bein^ prepared by all Grenuan and German Austro-
Hungarian groups of Ghica^^c. It is proposed that all those who can afford to
do 30 should aid those who have neither jobs nornoney. Their need is great and
v/inter is at the door. But these unfortunates have many countrymen v;ho are
able to assist then, or can at least help by attending the festival along v/ith

thousands of others. There should be no o:.:pty seats V.'ednesday ni;dit at Ledinah
Tenple. The efforts of all tjicse v.ho helped i/ith the preparations for the
festival, ajid the co-operation of others v/ho promised to contribute should be
re'vvarded by huge crowds of visitors, not because the members of the organ-
ization cor^.ittee or the active participants v:ould like to see **their efforts

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rewarded*'. I'c, they have in r inc only one thing — th:-t as i.iuch hgg: :tance as is
possible should be ^-iven to as nany x.evzo\\?-> a.v c:.re in need. This, to be sure,
v/ill ai.'iT^l^.^ re^.'ard all iriarticirants.

It is urgent that the sale of tickets shov; a ^reat increase the last fev; days ^

beiore the festival. -'Euy tichetsl" should be the slogan, and still i.iore of ^

then should be cold. This should bo the motto of all those vjho have contributed ^^

nothinr^ to the charity festival. Jo not v;ait to see how it is ttoin^ to turn -^

out but co-operate nov; that suriethin^r. ma^;' cone of it. iach person can do sone- 5

thinr< to nalre the festival a success. "'.iOrl' do not sit idle!*' should be the 2

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dictuji of all Genaans vrhether fron 3er::.an, G-jrnan-.'-.ustrian, or Hun.^yirian
boroui^hs.

Cne can buy tickets ever^'^vhere, but the do mar .^rcup is directed to the
follov/inf^ places: Lorcnz 3chle^j:el, treasurer of the Qeriian croup, 2B25 Korth
I.'ozart Street; telephone, Belinont 6503

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Theodore rilgrarri, 5808 Osgood Street Building of the Gegeriseiti^or TJnter-
stuetzungs-Yerein (L^utual Aid Society), 2934 '..'est '.'ushington Boulevard;
telephone, Nevadu 1711
V/olff »s Cafe, 115 TTorth ..ells Street

Hotel BisiriarcrC, Ruora 426

Hotel Atlantic, 316 South Clr^rk Street

ro^och^s Bookstore, 206 North I.:ichi{]:Gn Avenue

Steuben Bookstore, 192 'vest I^ar^iolph Street

^inhalt*s Bookstore, 1710 Belmont Avenue

Restaurant of the Lincoln Turnhalle, 1005 Diversey Park^/zay

The 'Gernicm-.iustriein and Hungarian groups are directed to the fcllc;;ing places:

Ivlrs. Anna Ilast, treasurer of the croup, 1640 North Tleade i.venue; telephone,

Ilerrimac '3595

John Hess, 1658 North Luna .-.venue; •i.elej^hone, Berkshire 1996

Anna Straraa, 4731 North Tripp Street; telephone, lalisade 4757

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H. Vavrinek, 9 North Vvaller Avenue, Cal: Park; telephone, Austin 3845
Jacob ochuetz, 224 Lathrop avenue, Forest Park
Carl i^yinkler, Club Building 1414 Glybourn Avenue

Link^s Restaurant, 1567 North Ilaisted Jtreet :S

Joseph Maschek, 1502 Larrabee Street 3>

Frank Taborsky, 1912 George otreet p:

Ludv/ig Gebert, 5402 V^indsor Avenue ^

ij.ex Braun, 1224 North La idalle Street -o

Anna Eanatschek, 8745 South Elizabeth Street o

Marie Hillebrand, 1582 Glybourn Avenue oj

Mary Kobalter, 1725 Dayton Street ij

Ivlath. Jemc, 2010 Larrabee Street and 5850 North Nason Avenue ^

Business office of the ilintracht, 1838 North Halsted Street
Business office of the Ileimatbote, 1543 Larrabee Street,

Wnen the gates of the L.edinah Temple, Cass and Ohio Streets, open V/ediiesday

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night for the festival, an extrenely interesting pro^^ram is in store for the
visitors. The festival v;ill provide good evidence that many of our German
citizens were ready to devote their services to the {^ood cause. Names like

LipLlch, Holstein, Bratt and others — the ^rop-ram is not yet complete — shov; S

that many of our German theater artists are again ready to help. A number 5

of costumed performances, dances, ^nd songs v:ill present the color and "=^

harmony of the homeland. The Turners and various other athletes v;ill compete ^

v;ith one another in splendid feats. Johnk's orchestra v;ill .:lay accompani- ^

ments to the dances and to the athletic accomDlishriients — and who will challence 2

this anticipation? Our sin.^ers will perform under the direction of Reinhold oj

Ijalter's singing, to quote a passage from the "3ong of the I\iightingale," ''old §
and lovely songs". In addition, a piano artist, Lladar^.e Renee Enrel-Ridge, v/ill
perform.

Llr. Bernhard de Vry is the manager of the festival, and I.ir. Georg V.eideling is
the promoter.

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^iTid no\;, it is ur to the festival. It is up to us to help our countr^^ien.
The festival begins V/ednesday night at 8 o* clock.

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GERIiAN GROUP AT WORID^S FAIR

The Gerioan group at the World's Fair invites all German organizations to send
delegates to a large gathering of the German group tonight, at 8 F. M«, in ^
the Town Club of the Hotel Knickerbocker, 153 East V/alton Place. ^

The purpose of the meeting is to show, by pictures, documents, and manuscripts,^
what the German element of America has contributed in the past to the welfare ^
of the coxintry. The meeting will also deal with the subject of a worthy ex- £
hibition of German contributions at the Fair.

A further concern of the gathering will be the badges which are to be worn as
German marks of honor, and which are to be sold by the various organizations •
In this manner funds which are needed for the preparation and continuation of
the activities of the German group will be gathered.

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''"'er kennt the V:^.0ll:-3r, nannt dia :a:-ien, 'Ji^ rille a-'i zusarjner. >a/i9n.*^ ( .'.l:o
knov;5 tho peoples, -ives the na:nes cf all v/hc oai'ia here tc^ether. )

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elehratiiiL^ of festivals is v/hat the reople frori the ?.hine 'inov: best, ;Jho
had not hncv;n it frori )jr-='>0Tial ox ^rie'^ce v;ould have beco*^.e av/are of it
last 3aturda:^ ni'ht ;hen the sin-ia.'- section of the Rhine Cr:':anization
celebrated its harvest celebration at thj social Tumhalle.

Tr-O' '^oun'* nan ;vho created this section kncv; ho'.; to brin.'': life into affairs
and .^ahe everybod-^ coinfortable at the sa:B tine. If v;e add that the'' stx)^
of hoselbluenchon and Pacharacher r^lut (two bra. ds of ^hine v;ine), one v/ould
be all but overcone 07 ncstal':ia. But the sinr-ars ^luickly san^; it av/ay.
Under their esteened director, 'Terr Brotesser, they 'greeted father Rliine
.vith his grapes, .Tiaidens, .md bards, and sang son'-s of the sv;eet honeland,
and they sanr.'- so -ailv that one*s heart onened to bhen. One v;as in the midst

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of his fellor; coanti^^-nan, -ilt'iou,:^h away fro::i the old ho-ielurid, \;>y ^h'

The quests cajne ^nd cane iind ca.-ie, (sic) the space for d-^.ncinr becarae nr-arrov;

and narrov;er, otnd at ten o'clock the second hall .^ad to be o^:^3ned. But soon

it beca.Tie crov/ded there, too, .;h n couples ere en.'oyinf;. the music of :.:ohr
and his dance orchestra •

The reporter was -'^iven no naries of the connittee in daj'S, but he soon knew why#
Lon,^ lines of tables were carried into the halls, the entire iodr^e v/as at
v/ork. 'Jver^^one was on the co:mittea, no one hesitated to lend a hind.

The president of the lod^'^^e, v;hose nr^ne the re "sorter nust not reveal, v;el-
coned the quests :vith rather v;hi::3ical words. ;^:ut he mentioned the names
of the Vienna rj\Ci :ian::a Football 31ub3, the 3;vabian Athletic Club, the
O-eraan Janitor Club, and the .Cenefeld Liederkranz, v;:iich, with its director,
Ilerr P.ekzel:, and its president, Adolph j'.ar.ibrock, came to ret-urr the visit

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the ?Jiin3landors had rsxdo ohen at thsir ■'"inniversar:', Cf eour^j, the
Senefelders 3'\r.z* --'-T-d hov; they sane;! ^hei^- .san;:: oi* tha ^Mark brov/n -laiden*'
and the Luen9biir^.;r Hoide. .aid thj baautiful harnony of tha tv;o -nale chorusas
was stran^thaned b;' the fact that tha P.hinelandars* ^^residant, as a jnainbar
of the 33nef aider, was sirif^in;;: :;ith the rest of than.

Ilamony v/as the l-:e:Tiot3 of the evaninf';. T:iat is v/hv the event ran such a
snooth course, just as thou^i it had been held on the '^Siina, in CJoblenz, or
Colo.c'ne. 7To doubt, it is beautiful over^nvhere on tha PJiinel

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yi:it:iGj: f.::stiv.il

Sv/iss Li jderiiranz Cff^rs Divertin,'^ Hours
to ?riGnds and S^^'iT^at'.iizsrs

The 3v;iss Liederkranz yestv3rda7 had a ^ood tine torjether with friends and
sympathizers at the 3v7iss Oluuhoi;se, 635 './ebster .xvenue. It v;as a vintaf];e
festival which v/as a success in spite of the untov/ard vveather conditions
v;hich interfered v;ith the arrival of visitors. The hall v/as decorated in
keopin-2: v;ith the fall season and v;ith the festive occasion, Cf course,
there v/ere ':rapos .jhich, v;rapped in neat parcels, v/ere a welcome r:ii*t to
nany a fortunate visitor, v;ho will take then honj to remind hiri of th:
pleasant hours sp.ont a.T.onc 3^7 people at the 3"i:iss Clubhouse.

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The festival was opened .vith an entertaininr: pror;rain consisting of i^.usic
b"^ tenner* s orcliestra and a few nuinbjrs h'-r the 377iss Liederkranz, which

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won for the singers, as well as their director, J. N* Moos, enthusiastic
applause. The **Vagantenlied** l^ Julius Wengert was followed by the
*n)onau-Wellen Walzer** by J. Ivanovici; the latter was a masterpiece by
the men*s choir, cultivating joy and love for German songs. Thanks to careful
training they mastered the problem in a manner deserving great credit.

The greatest success, however, was attained by the singers with the **Laendliche
Konzertprobe** (concert rehearscLL in a country place) as arranged by Ernst Simon.
It afforded them an opportunity to go to the limit with their humor, and to
keep the laughter of the audience at high pitch. The funny rendition found
such enthusiastic acceptance that it had to be repeated, at least in part,
before the program could be continued as scheduled. As director of this **re-
hearsal**, Albert langenegger presided with skill and with ** swing**. The
director of the Liederkranz, J. H. Moos, accompanied on the piano.

As soloists, Z. Moldenhauer and A. Friedmann contributed to the enjoyment
of the entertainment. The former entertained with a few humorous songs.

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while :'r. l^'riedinann gave tv/o pleas inp; tunes fro.^ Vienna, The audience

tiianked both singers ..ith flatterin-^ ut) lause, which the^r deserved.

,The evenin{' wound up v;ith dances, vjhich 'cept the visitors happ^,^ Tor a Tev;
hours, especially because care v/as taken that no one rp v/ithout fooa or drink.

The preparations for the vinta.s;e festival v;ere nade in an elaborate iiianner
by a co-nittee conposed of the Tollo'vin,^ m-^inbers: llois I^uckst^ohl, chairr.an;
?raiik Hauser (kitchen chef), Hans 'luber, Alfred B£Ln3.ert, and Au.:^ust Ruedi.

The officers pro te.Ti of the club are: David .^.veif el, president; Alois Ruck-
stuhl, vice-president; ?ritz Schneider, secret ar:^ -treasurer; Frank ^--auser,
secretary/- pro ten; George Schnetzer, treasurer; .. Vvibser, b^xanel treasurer,
and Hans Huber, leeper of archives.

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IV OZHiUT DAY aT .ORLDS FAIR CN .lUGUST 11, 1933.

Germany's Constitution Day Will Be Celebrated at the ^^xhibition

in a V/orthy !,!anner

The management of the Centennial ']xhibition of iTOPiress gave a luncheon yesterday,
at the Administration Building on the Fair grounds on Lake T'ichif3!;an*s shore, in
honor of the chairmen of different racial and national .groups, as ^.'^ell as for
the foreign language press, for the purpose of requesting them to commence
seriously their vj'ork in the 1933 .World's Fair.

•.lajor Felix Strykman, who for three years had been manager of the racial groups,
and who made a speech in that capacity, pointed out that up to the present time
the different racial groups have accomplished the niost valuable results by
soliciting for the exhibition, the proof of which being that 76/J of the population
are represented by them.

These groups have held more %hB(R five hundred meetings, the German group ranking

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first in the niimber of neetinfjs.

Careful rianagem-^nt

Upon request fron tlie ranks of about one hundred people v;ho w-^re assembled,
llajor Strykman declared that the v:600,00C collected by the various racial
groups, through th sale of nsmbership and admission cards is deposited in
banks and will not be touched until the doors of the A'orld's Fair are
opened next year.

German Constitution Day

The president of the Cterman f3roup, Drnest J. Kruetgen, and !.!iss Marie Becker
decided that the German Constitution Day \vill be celebrated eith-^r Friday
.iugust 11, 19;53, or on the follov/ing Monday. At any rate these days ivill
.be reserved for that purpose.

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The Italians decided upon Coliimbus Day, October 12, the day of the discovery
of iimerica. It was e:cpressly emphasized by Major Streyknan, that the manage-
ment of the i/orld's Fair, in order to obtain a strictly disciplined organization,
will negotiate only vrith the chainnen of the different racial groups and that
consequently all peo le havinf^ any suggestions whatsoever to make, must first
turn to then.

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The United sinr:ors and the United v/onen's choruses r;ith their presidents,
A. C. V/ehnvein end I.jts. Ida Iluch, respectively, arranred in the Louisenhain
of the Gerr.on .vltenhein in x^^ore: t Park, their peoples and surjnor festival
yesterday rifternoon rind evening-.

Those v'ho attended adMit that the fertival v;as ver^^ successful. The
president of the xvoi.en's chcivises, could only participate in the
beginning of the fertival, becnuse otri^jr obli{:-ations, to her re^rret,
prevented h^r frcn staying any lenf*th of tine. Lo t/iat President
.,ehr/:ein, had his h--inds full IcokinL-r personally after the visitors.
::hortiy after 4:00 o'clock, he opened the festival v:it:; a hearty
speech of v/elcone.

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It p:ave Ix. .iehir:jQin a rre t pleasure to jres^nt to the lar^-^e audience the
Blue Island Liederkranz, v:ho, vjith its ?70].ien*s F:ection, under the leadership
of E. Korneraann, v/ere also present at the festival, in spite of the bad
v/er.thcr v;hich prevailed at the ti:.:e of tlioir departure, v;ith the sinrers of
the district*

V.'ith special pride did the festival loader present tlie \,uartet, iiamony fron
Peoria, i.lessrs* j'rank Kauen, ilurt xJirons, .^ufust ilallerr.ann and their director,
Heman Lleyer, an or^-'anizaticn of selected sinr:ers in existence for only one and
one-half years rhdch enjoys an enviable reputation in Peoria. This v/as easy to
understand, all those v;]io had an opportunity yesterday to listen t" is cuartet
v;ith its fine voices, had to ad..iit unanimously, tliat it v;as excellent. Tlie
r-entlenen '^^ere renerous v;it'~ their sonr:s. Not orilv after th^ir ^erforr-iance in the
nusic pavilion, but a-ain and aj^ain, sc:.eti:-es here, so:.etiines there, they
offered one of their Cyonfr^s^ alv/ays earning rich applause, es;)ecial''y the song,
3eim ILronewirt, pleased the audience very nuch.

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TURim^ SOCIET!>r EIGHE DEDICATES IWJ H0L1E
Parade and Festival Open Celebration

The Turner Society Eiche, in a dignified manner, dedicated its new home.
After many a long and fruitless attempt and financial reverses, the society
succeeded in erecting a new Turner hall, thereby putting a new leaf of honor
into the history of its organization.

Representatives of friendly societies, the Roseland Post No. 49 and the
Chesterfield Post No»695 of the American Legion, were present. The commander
of the Roseland Post raised the American flag amidst the sounds of the

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bugles, as a token of respect and gratitude to the .-jnerican
people.

The Festival Speeches

The parade returned to headquarters where the singing division of the
Turnverein i]iche, under the direction of ::. toll, sang, "This is the day
of the Lord." After this, the president of tlie society, Robert Brieskorn,
addressed the meeting . He referred briefly, to the changes undergone by. the
society during its forty-one years of existence. The next speaker v/as
City Attorney A.:.i. Smietanka, representative of Mayor Cermak. He expressed
the :uayor*s inability to be present. I'e said in part: "The Turnverein
iiche has great .iierits for educating the children along all lines." He
wished the society continued success.

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The Tumei* Society "Ziche", yesterday celebrated the dedication of its nev/
home. After much fruitlesG effort and under ^^reat financial sacrifices, the
organization has succeeded in erecting its nev: Turner Hall, xjid none, after
inspect in,^- this cuildin{];, would have thought, tliat the old hall, i/hich served
nany years the purposes of the society could have been transformed into such
a beautiful edifice.

The Parade

The various c^^owos, headed by the druii and bu^le corps of ".osel.-nd Post IIo.
49, and Chesterfield Post ho. -595, of the .-aaerican Lecion, and the United
drui'i and bugle corps of the Li^.coln and L^ocial Turner Societies, marched
through the neighboring streets, thereby calling the attention of the people
to the importance of the day. Allied societies v;ere represented.

The TDresident of the entertaining societ^', -.obert Prieshom vrelcomed the festival
guests

The next speaker, city attorney A. ::. Smietanka, as representative of Ilayor

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Genial:, expressed the I.Iayor's recrets, th:t ho v'as unable to appear in person
at the dec-ication.

The Turnerein Siche achieved a lasting rierit, by proniotinr the caus^ of ry^^- ■
nasties, and thereby helping' to educate tl-e vouth in a national sense.

^n the nane of the Gouthside vGl.rjiber of Goru^ierce, ".'alter Hoy spoke a fev." v:ords
of vrelcOiTie. "The society has, durinc the r^any hears o2 its enistance, alv:ays
proved to be the sliield o-^ Gerr.ie.nis:.:, ond a v.orthy organization for all the
people of the United States.

Layinr- of the Cornerstone

As the best Icnov.n representative of the 1st Illinois Turner district, ..Ir,
Leopold Saltiel v/as requested to lead the solerriri act of the laying of the
cornerstone and handing the hall over to its destination.

illl societies, v:ho unite in peaceful co-operation in the Illinois Turner
district, stand for the Gemian idea of g^^nnastics and body devlopment . Only
old and faithful adherents of the cause of g^nanastics like Fritz Lethig, I.ugo
Voege and August heinecke can estir.iate, n'hat such a festivity as the dedication

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3P^CHES ON G2RHAN DAY FZ.7SR.

At yesterday's meeting of the German Day Coirinittee in the Atlsuitic Hotel, the
most important decision was to abolish the larger part of the scheduled speeches
at the celebration in the stadium* w This was carried after a lengthy dispute*
Pr 'Sident Leopold Saltiel declared that he wants to interweave into his speech
a short English address of welcome* Moreover, the flayer and the governor's
representative will talk in English, therefore those listeners who did not
understand German, would be fully satisfied*

After the different ladies' committees had reported that they also were hard at
work, George Landau, the honorary president, was received with great applause*
In his speech ha referred to events in the last meeting* He warned all to
leave out all politics and religion, because these subjects only undermine
friendship and harmony, which alone are the foundations of successful arrange-
ments* His words caused great enthusiasm among his listeners*

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SCHILL2R LIDES' SOCIETY C2L2BRAT3S QOLDZN JUBILSil

Ev3ry society looks forrard to its Golden Jubilee with great pleasure and
expectation, making preparations that such day should be celebrated as an
honor to its members. The Schill-^r Ladies •Society has done so and care-
ful preparations have been seen everywhere.

Although somewhat late as the announcer and conductor of the orchestra
John S. Tansor declared, the program started at last with the sounds of
the National Anthem. Lliss Mary Tansor carried the National Flag into the
toom and placed it before the sta^re. Then followed the presentation of the
officers by sister Ottilie Larsen. Here was shov/n the master hand of women*

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A chaining chorus of little girls in golden yellow dresses /"yellow was the
color of the day, and many nembers of the society were wearing it/^, carrying
flower baskets, started the procession. The presentation and a short speech
by Rosalie Ries, the President, followed. She spoke of ths society •s activity
before, during, and after the v;ar, and asked the v/omen to join it. 'Treserve
your golden hearts," she added. Afterwards, presents were given her and the
other officers.

After liliss Ries's speech, the program continued with a recital by two small

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children, Irene Klein and Rite Zinmieniann. The festival orchestra played
lively pieces under the direction of John Tansor^ and the Schiller Singing
Club, under Reinhold v;alter*s clever leadership, sang the **Day of the Lord,'*
7;engert*s ^r.orning Call/* '^Under the Lindentree/* and "Student ♦s Night Song."
It is needless to say that these beautiful songs were greatly acclaimed. The
president of the Singing Club v/as also asked to speak.

D'JlLir^HTTUL HSCITAIS

The serious part of the program over, the audience prepared to listen to some
jocular performances.

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"The llusical Llarriage," a huriorous duet by Mr. and IJrs. Latkov, was ex-
ceedingly hunorous and its song '^Angra Pequena," evoked great merriment.
Also, the Llewzler Brothers in •'Two orderly people '^ were greatly applauded
A ball concluded the program.

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At the neetiiiij o.f tlie German c^OMp of the '.'orld's Fair of 1933, v/hich vjqs held
yesterday at the Bisnarch Hotel, Mr. Bern:^^rc De Yry reported the inspection of the

The Chairiiian of the pro] '-i^janda GOiT.iittce, Dr. Teicmiiann, stated that :.;rs. Heinrich
Heine is utilizing her 3 .lonths visit in Ger.iany by sjjeahinc over the radio and
befor.: G-enrian organizations about the '..'orlds Fair of Chicago •

I.Irs. Hose Austin v;as sure of the participation of no less than Zb organizations at
the Autuinn-f cstival, to be held next Saturday at the Steuben Club in the form of a
Charity-Bazar. All representatives of societies at the meeting, including the
United Gerrxm-Austrian-Hungarian Societies, pledged their fullest support.

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IV STcIUBEI^' CEL2BRATICIJ COMMITTIiE

The organization-conmittee, which has set as its aim to hold a com-
memorative celebration in memory of the 200th birthday of General Von
Steuben, held a meeting last night at the Steuben building, in which
chairmen for different committee were chosen.

At the meeting, which was held under the presidency of Leopold Saltiel,
chairman of the organization-co.imittee, it was decided to offer the
position of chairman of the finance committee to the City Treasurer,
ivlr. G. K. Schmidt; that of chairman o: the arrangement committee to
Mr. Reinhold Ceschler; chairman of the press committee to Mr. Paul H.
Mueller; and that of the speakers' committee to Dr. Otto L. Schiiidt.

The meeting was attended by a mixed group of thirty. It was rumored
that in German society circles misunderstanding seem to prevail in
regards to the proposed celebration.

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IV The chairman repeatedly declared that the celebration, which

will be held in I^ov. , does not conflict with the arrangements

made by some of the Steuben societies, but it will be a celebration of
the entire German element of Chicago, by which the importance of Von
Steuben's interest to the United States shall be demonstrated to the
iimerican public also.

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jy :U?P"^JL TO 'r:i.: a^iLUis cf g-iicgk)

The German people of Chicago point '.^ritu rride to the succeso of the technique
of Gernian flyin.^ in the past years. !ith pride v;e have -;;^3lcomed in our city
the three iiushetoors of the air, Iloshl, lunefeld, j^itzniaurice, and also Dr.
Hugo ■jclcener, and never have v/g ner;l3Cted to prove our respect v;holehearteclly
and undividedly to tho heroes and "oione-^rs of CJernan aeronautics, v/ho have led
the v/ay of the entire vrorid in i.voro than one rGs;::3Ct,

Come then, G^ormans of Chicacol Visit the ] ational ..ir Derby, to be hold at
the Curtiss- ;ri^-ht-Rey:iOlc ' -^ .drnort, rear Cllenviev;, from Au-^iust 25 to 39^:)tG:.ibor
1. In addition to tuc :;cst prcainent fly::r3 of /jiorica and foreip^ countries,
the forciost C^ri.ian fl^^ers v;ill also partici-^ate, ai.ion'^ v/hora v;ill be the v;-ell-
loiovm Fritz Lohse v;ith a Junker airplane. To honor those Crerinan flyers v/ho
have co:no across the /.tlantic to compote ii: the Derby, and to honor and

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acknovrled^e that v/hicli ^rnany has bestovred u:Kn the ?;orld in the field of
aeronautics, ve should participate as one laan on ^le.'raan 'Day^ Ilonday, Au.^ust
?.5. Cn this day, German t'l^^'ers v/ill demon -:t rate G-errian:v^*s feats in the air.

Let us r)rove to our Gernian flyers and to th v;orld hov; heart il*-- vje res-jond

to ever^^hinp; our country sendo ui. The tribunes reserved for us are riecorated

'.vith Jernian national fla^s. Therefore, co:.ia in na'jses.

Join in the parade to be held .-iucust 1^2, and v;elccMe t];.e Ctex^iiian flyers, vjho
v/ill occupy autcr.io iles decorated v;ith G-man fla^s.

.~xii opportu ity to meet our fl?rer:: r)-^!' -onaily !;ill be offered on Au-^ust .-.6 in
the Steuben Club, vv'h:re a sociable eveninr: has been arran'ied by the reception
con-iittee of the Gerrian Club, Cnco a^^ain v;e ur^e you to a^^^pear in large
nuiabers, and prove to our fellov: ccuntry.Tien, ho\: proud vje are of them.

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Signed by tno Ger;iian-/inerican rece 'tion Co.xiittee: IJrnest J. I\ruetn;en, c'lairi'aan
or the Ger:aan .tl^oup of the .'orld's Fair; A.l^...\ Siehol, secretary of the "^rerman
"^^roup of the '.7orld*s Fair; Heinhold Ceschler, president of the protective union of
Gornan sport-societies; Leopold Saltiel, first speak-.r of ^he Illinois Turner
District; -albert V^ehr^vein, president of the United Sin{^erG; 'Jilllain Sack,
president of the Low-Ge "man C^rand Lod,?:e; Cscar otoffels, chairman of the Geri.ian
Club; J.'.J. -[obalter, president of the G-eman Day corj^.ittee; '.Tilliam Rothiiann,
president of the Steuben Club; Fred Rixroann, president of the G-eri.ian-Araerican
Citizens* Bund; Paul }arch, president of the Central Association of Military
societies; Joseph Heller, United Men*s Choruses; John Cramer, Mutual Aid Society.

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EXECUTIVE COmilTTSE OF GSRi\JiN GROUP
EXPRESSES VIEViB ON i\3AIliGELIEMT OF WORLD'S FAIR

Hold Excited Meeting

Chairnan Ernest Kruetgen declared, in the course of a debate at the Eisiaarck ^

Hotel during yesterday's meeting of the GernHn Group of the World's Fair ^

that the German Group does not possess enough influence with the management C

of the V/orld's Fair to have its wishes respected; the opinion he expressed ^

of that management could hardly be regarded as complimentary. It is true S

that upon all political occasions Germans are repeatedly told how important ^

they are to America and to Chicago, and what a great share they have in the £3
development of the nation, but when it ccnes to rewarding them with an office
or a vote, the issue is dodged.

During his talk on the Fair the speaker said that he had convinced himself,
by means of an inspection of the Fair grounds, that the coming World's Fair
will compare favorably in beauty with the Exposition of 1893, if one stands

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on the terrace of the Midler Planetarium, and pictures buildings and pleasure
grounds extending for miles along the shoreline, one can realize that because
of its natural location the Fair will be of great beauty.

A resolution, vwhich recommends to the management of the v;orld»s Fair the
election of Ivlr. E. J. Kruetgen as a member of its executive committee, and
the outcome of viiich is anxiously awaited by the German Group, was adopted
by the meeting.

Otto E. Reich was elected chairman of the committee to raise funds.

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GERMAN GROUP APPOINTS P:!;RI,IA:M.T' RECEPTION COIJIJITTES

Ex3cutive Coimnittee ./ill Represent Germans Until

The iorld*s Fair

At the meeting of the Executive Committee of the 1933 ^«orld*s Fair group,

held yesterday, the official reception committee of the Chicago Germans

was constituted under the presidency of Ernest J. Kruetgen. The proposition

to form such a committee, composed of the heads of the German societies and

unions had already previously been submitted to the German groups. Because *,

two hundred delegates of international aeronautics are to be in Chicago -.-^ LA. -

next Thursday and Friday, iiirnest J. Kruetgen was again requested by the city^ ^

to receive the Germcm delegates: Privy Counselor Fisch, Dr. E, D. Bar,

director of the German Lufthansa, Otto Merkel, Director Rohobach, and Director

Hamel, and to entertain them during their stay in the city. As president

of the German g oup, Ernest J. lCruet-:en proposed the appointment for the next

five years of an executive committee of the German groups that will act as an

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official reception coinmittee for the German-Anerican population of our
city* This proposition was unaminously accepted, and a coraaittee was
created, which will represent the German people in a worthy manner, when-
ever prominent Germans honor our city with their presence* According to
a proposition of the secretary, A, F. JU Siebel the president of the
Illinois Turn District was appointed as a permanent nember of the Execu-
tive Coinmittee. The soliciting activities of the societies were duly
appreciated, and what Messrs* Jauss and Oeschler of the Swabian society,
and Otto C. Reich of the German Club have achieved in this respect was
especially pointed out. The ./omen*s auxilieu^r is doing fine and is al-
ready able to show good results.

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NORTH AVSIJUE^S DIAl.!OinD JUBILEE CELEBRATICI!
Festivities Commencing Today Continue until October 26

During a coiranunity' s development, it is not unusual that its original character
continues to prevail in certain districts.

In Chicago, however, which started v/ith a population of two thousand and grew
to nearly four million in less than a century, amidst unparalleled conditions
in the annals of the world, it is rare indeed for a neighborhood to remain
practically intact in spite of the tremendous changes in the vicinity.

We refer to the district bisected by North Avenue, from. Clybourn Avenue to A-
Halsted Street and tov/ards the Lake* ; .^^,

North Avenue, seventy-five years aero, was the northern limit of the city.
Beyond this limit the primeval wilderness stretched as the domain of roving
Indians and the habitat of furtive, wild animals. The area betv/een the Chicago

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River and North Avenue, which is a labjrrinth of streets today, v/as but
sparsely settled then.

At the intersection now designated as North Avenue and Halsted Street,
a few straggling log houses could be found where trade and barter flourished
with the aborigines. This trading-post developed so consistently that a better
connection with the city was considered; the first of Chicago* s intricate
transportation problems.

Eventually, in 1862, the boundry of the city was extended northward to the
present FUllerton Street, the village of Lake View laid beyond, and at this
time street-paving of a sort on North Avenue was begun. The trading center
grew, but not xmtil 1872 did the street improvements meet with the general
approval of the inhabitants. We enter now into the era of wood-paved streets,
followed by a period of rapid development.

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The log houses disappeared, only to be replaced by modem frame and stone
buildings, but the trading character of the street remained. Nearly every
house contained a store, and many firms who today are laiown throughout the
city, founded their business at that time.

Drift in Population

Originally, this area was settled mostly by Germans. Even today it is a
Teutonic center, although containing an Irish, Polish, and Italian admixture.
The streets have many German names, some providing unsurmountable linguistic
obstacles fop American palates.

A large number of the thriving firms were of German origin. Indeed, the
employees of these concerns must take cognizance of their numerous patrons
and be able to speak German fluently besides English.

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Ttie Reputation of the Business District

The middle class in particular knows that the businessmen's slogan, "It pays
to trade on North Avenue," is justified*

Most of the stores cannot compare in size with their huge counterparts in the
Loop, but in matters of quality they can withstand any challenge. Besides,
the merchants pay lower rents than their Doimtown colleagues, and this becomes
apparent in sales prices. And in regard to transportation facilities, this
locality is just about unexcelled, if one cares to exclude the Loop, a cir-
cumstance which helped considerably in developing the district. It may not
be amiss to mention a few firms. Everyone of German origin undoubtedly has
been on North Avenue to buy an article which could not be obtained anywhere
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whose owiers were well known in far-flung German circles. Many firms of more
recent origin have also sought that neighborhood, doing their share in the
furtherance of business development •

One of the best known stores on North Avenue is undoubtedly the firm of Knoop.
It was founded by Ernst H, Knoop in 1888, as a small dry goods store. Today
it is a corporation under the management of the pioneer *s son, 'tValter Knoop.

A long established house in that community for instance, is the Botschen
Furniture Company, foimded in 1900 by Arthur Botschen, Sr., father of the
present owner.

Among the oldest firms, founded in 1858, let us mention the well-known L.
Fish Furniture Company, of 654 North Avenue.

In 1872, the Yondorf Clothing Company on Halsted Street and North Avenue, a

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store for men, a reliable concern of excellent reputation, was established.
In the year 1871, Zeitz Brothers • jewelry store, founded by the father and
grandfather of the present owners, came into being.

Neither is there any lack of banking institutions on North Avenue; first of
all we must enumerate the North Avenue State Bank, the Prudential State
Savings Bank, founded by Kaspar G. Schmidt, and the Immigrant State Bank,
343 West North Avenue.

The younger business element, one might say, is represented by Horwitz,
650 North Avenue, one of the largest ladies' dresses and coat shops, founded
in 1911; then A. Schlesinger's music store, 623 West North Avenue, founded
in 1908 and built almost entirely on German patronage; also the banking
business of Alexander Weiss, 1925. All these firms serve the German ele-
ment mostly, viiich they attract by honest merchandising methods. This
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Well-Known Firms

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North Avenue boasts of a large number of business houses of diverse nature,
which are generally knowi and enjoy an excellent reputation. To this
category belong the Stern Clothing Company (John C. Eriewer, president),
North and Ogden Avenues. At 646 North Avenue, the Union V/oolen Mills Company,
a corporation of twenty-six years' standing, xinder the management of Max Cohn;
the furniture store of E. J. Klaiber, in business for nine years, at 536 North
Avenue; the Singer Furniture Company, 512 North Avenue* The latter has been
in existence for more than nineteen years, its destiny guided by N. Singer.

North Avenue also has a large number of real German food stores supplying
specialties, and therefore these establishments obtained a deserved reputation
They are mostly declicatessen stores. Here we have J. E. Kuhn*s store, 315
North Avenue; the butcher shops of Firank Becker, 704 North Avenue, and C» E.
Iteeman, 420 North Avenue, as well as many others.

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The Jubilee Celebration

The businessmen of North Avenue decided to celebrate the diamond jubilee
of their district. The North Avenue Business and Improvement Association,
with ¥ftiich all interested merchants have been affiliated, have made all
necessary arrangements for a festival commensurate with the importance
of North Avenue as a subject of historic interest.

Today marks the beginning of the celebration. Flags and emblems are in
evidence everywhere, fittingly ornamenting the street, and an extensive
program has been provided for the festive week ending October 26. Above
all, the merchants will exhibit tempting displays in their windows to
attract new customers and announce jubilee sales, featuring outstanding
quality at low prices.

Much Business in Sight

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The climax of this commerical propaganda will be the distribution of prizes,
amounting to five hundred dollars in all. A valuable diamond ring has been
selected for the first prize*

Every buyer in any of the stores participating in the festival, will be given
a coupon entitling the holder to share in the distribution. Coupons are given
even with fifty-cent purchases.

The Carnival

Amusement will be provided on the street in true carnival spirit. The merchants
promoting the festival are intent that young and old shall share in this festival
as well as in the justified pride of the long established businessmen, who value
their achievements and good name.

The Festival Committee

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The festival committee in charge of arrangements consists of the following
gentlemen: John W. Lorenz, F. Otto Zeitz, Abel Stein, Charles B. Bach
^/Tli together ten names, Transle.tor^

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Gh:RMMI DAY COmiTTSS.

Extension of Committee as a Percnnent Organization,
Re commended.

At the meeting of the GeriiRn Day committee which took place last night in
the Atlantic Hotel, most of the representatives of the German Societies
agreed to the plan to extend the committee as a perrafinent organization. This
question, which was the object of yesterday's meeting, aroused lively debates
between the supporters and opponents of the proposition. While the opponents
argued the difficulties of such a plan as in regard to the money question and
the difficulty of bringing all societies under one hat, the supporters, on
the other hand, pointed to the advantages of one complete organization of
all German societies, not only for the benefit of the Germsn Day committee,
but also for all eventual occasions, v/hich would demand the co-operation of
the entire Germ^m element. This would furnish a good foundation for further
endeavors.

In this connection reference was made to New York and Seattle, ;7ash., where
such combined organizations already are in existence. The previously

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elected commission vjsls finally ordered to continue the vrork with the par-
ticipation of members of the German Day committee.

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GERI^IN AUTHORS TO 3S REPRESENTED AT THE /ORLD'S FAIR.

The Chicago V/orld^s exposition in 1933 » will be an event which has
already aroused the interest of business people of Chicago, especially
since the necessary preparations and arrangements are already under way
to make the exposition, with all the details, the success it is expected
to be.

The new manager of 3rentano*s Inc., Mr. Hartog, looks upon the coming
World's Fair from the point of viev/ of a book seller. Mr. Hartog expresses
the conviction, that the exposition offers to the German book trade and
publishers tremendous opportunity for world propaganda, which should under
all circumstances be utilized on a grand scale •

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Before everj^thing else, an extensive book show should be held in connection
with the world's fair, which would give an account, in a commanding way, of
the science and art books of Oerman origin; because on this terrain expecially
Germany is regarded as unsurpassed^

Mr# Hartog, who was transferred from Brentano's New York branch, to become
manager of the Chicago breinch, looks back upon many years experience in
publishing. He received his education in Germany, and in New York was the
director of the Columbia University book store, and the Columbia University
press*

The German Club of the Columbia University accepted him first as an '•outsider'*
Mr# Kartog did not study at Columbia, but later he was appointed as an
honorary member, for his outstanding achievements as director of the
University press.

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THE GERMAN (ffiOUP CEIEBRAOES ITS FIRST ANNIVERSARY
Dr* Allen D* Albert Delivers an Interesting

Lecture on World's Fairs

The group known as the Genoan Group of the Chicago World's Fair of 1933,
which includes 1,300 members, met at the Bismarck Hotel last ni^t to cele-
brate its first €umiversary»

Ernest J* Kruetgen, chairman, thcmked the German Group for the splendid
activities which it had carried on during the first year of its existence.
And again he made an impressive appeal to the German-Americans of Chicago to
Join that organization, because only through a large membership can they ex-
pect to obtain their rightful place in the activities of the World's Fair.
The suggestion made by the Germcui Group to hold a singers' festival in Chicago
with the i>articipation of every German-American singing society at the time of
the Exposition will not be followed, since the proposal did not arouse
sufficient interest. The business report, which was then read by Captain
A. F. W. Siebel, revealed the fact that the German Group was the most active

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and therefore the most successful among racial group organizations •

Miss Gertrude Clauss followed with an extremely lovely rendition of a vocal
solo from **Madame Butterfly** and several German songs, after which Dr. Allen
D. Albert, secretary of the World^s Fair, delivered the principal address.

As chief assistant to Rufus C, Dawes the speatker was in a position to give
many interesting details of the preliminary work in connection with the
Century of Progress Exhibition. Dr, Albert commenced his address by pointing
out the fact that the experience derived of previous expositions indicates
clearly that success can be achieved only if the population of the city which
plans the enterprise extends its wholehearted support to the plan. Further-
more, said the speaker, the management must guard against possible repetition
of the mistake of the Philadelphia Fair management, namely, that extensive
propaganda for the Exposition was made throughout India and Egypt, while the
city's own population was utterly disregarded during the major part of the
time of preparation. According to statistics of the San Francisco World's

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Fair only five million visitors coming from a distance passed through the
gates, but it was estimated that visitors from the hostess city accounted
for thirty million admissions. No further proof is required to show that the
success of a world's fair depends largely on the attitude and the support of
the city's population.

Men like Rufus C. Dawes, Samuel Insull, and (Jeorge Woodruff, chief executives
of the Exposition, who enjoy the hi^est reputation for their honesty, speak
with confidence of the forthcoming Fair. The organization's extensive prepara-
tions have made a deficit practically impossible. Furthermore, the best is not
regarded too good for Chicago's hundredth birthday anniversary. This city,
which has grown in the short space of a hundred years from twenty-eight settlers
to more than three million of population at the present day, is the work of
those first pioneers who began to lay the foundation for a great Chicago in the
lonely prairie country.

In contrast to the City of San Francisco, which spent $250,000, St. Louis,

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which spent $115,000, and Nexv Orleans, which spent $300,000 before Congress
had sanctioned their respective World's Fairs, Chicago has spent only $17.50,
a fact which reflects credit on Mr. Dawes. The cost of the Chicago Exposition
will equal the cost of an enormously large picnic, at which beer and frank-
furters aire the great attraction. Chicago must thus show its progress to the
world; the windy city must show its prevailing spirit. Only architects of
excellent reputation have been selected for the task, regardless of nationality.
Anong these are two Germans, who have united with the other architects in the
effort to make this the most magnificent fair in the world. Industrial ex-
hibits, it is announced, will be sent from every State of the Union.

Concluding his address. Dr. Albert exclaimed:

**German-Americans! Extend to us your co-operation and assist us in your own
behalf. *»

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GL^RI1\N group PL.lTsIS GiCRllW
HOaSl'J IN CHICvGO.

General !vleetin2 of German groups is ordered*

For the second time the Gerroftn- Unericins of Chica;^o are planning to erect a
German house, in connection v/ith Germrjiny at the .orld's i^'air. The plan to erect
a Gernrtn house at the ..'orld's Fair in 1933 was suggested by a member of the
committee, Mr. Haake. The cliairaan, Mr. Krutgen took up the roatter warmly and
offered a pl'^n vyhich will make it possible to erect such a building to serve as
a center for the entire German- Americ'^n population of the United States.

Considering foriaer experiences, \x. Krutgen warned the members not to depend
depend altogether upon the generosity of wealthy people, v/ho v/ould donate in a
genero IS way to this cause, but suggested that the German government be approached
through the German Consul of GhicHgo in order to preserve the building at the
close of the V/orld's Fair, for the benefit of the Germnn-imericans of America.

Mr. Krutgen explained, that, if this should become reality, he and all Gerroan
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building which vris built throu^^h ..-le kindneos -ind generosity oi. tlie -fernrin peo-
ple, as it happened with the "German House" of the Colui.ibian exposition.

To tnke up the necessary negotiations in this in^^^.tter, l^lie Cerwr^.n Consul of Chi-
ca^'^o is invited to attend the ne ct meeting.

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CARL sciimz GEISrRATICi:. ■

The IndeTjendent German Vfor.en's Club Honors tlia I^er.ory of the ".'/'ell -Known
Statesnia:.. Personal ...encries» r:

A ner.orial celebration in honor of the lOCth birtliday of Carl Schurz v/as
arranp:ed yesterday, at the ?al:ner Mouse, by tl:e Independent Cernian-ZLMerican'',
**oinen' 3 31ub»

Mr. Leopold Saltial, the first speaker, honored the great Ger:r:an-/jjnerican
in the <^er:.-an language; Ircfessor Julius Goebel, instructor of the Ger:ran
lan^^-ua^e at the University of Illinois follov/ed, with the laiif^^uaee of our
country. !.'r. Saltiel co-nL»-iented in a hu::iorous - thou£"h sarcastic rrxanner -
on hov/ absurd it is to celebrate, in the Innd of the free, the r.enory of a
hero (v;ho v/as a son of tr^e beautiful FJiineland) for the cause of freedcr,
v/ith a beverace prohibited hypocrites. He sur^-^sted the idea, t;:at v;ith
men like Carl Schurz, ar.ion^'; Ger;rian--^».i'.ericans of to-day, a cabinet consist-
ing of only Anclo-'/urLoriQa.rxS^ v/ould be incredible. Teopie like Carl Schurz
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Profsssor Goetel pi^aised, ii: the sarie vein, the ccurace and conviction, which
could be found in Schurz. He spoke of the ^-reat talenb and the love of a Schurz
tov.'ards Mother Cemania, as v;ell as, tov/ards the bride Colujnbia. Hie love of
the Geman lan^naage did not blind liin, therefore, he also r.iastered, like his
mother tonrue, the lanruaco cf his adopted Fatlierland so that ho could reach
the hearts of the Ajuericans v/ith his thou.^hts and ideals* His love of free-
dom made hlif. loathe slavery; his inte^^-rity, the corrupt: his honosty and
coura^^e made it iinpossicle for hii.i to remain in the back/^-round, v/hen he sav/
an injustice done.

The speaker declared tmt Schurz never would have his na:.o Anglicised, and
that he alv/ays strove toimrd croatirir Unity •

Prof, -oebel concluded his speech V7ith Bisr:arck*s v;oids: ''.xS a German I am

r)rcud of ochurz.*^

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Clerk of the I^lui:icipal Court, ja:..es A# Kearns, v/ho expressed Jiinself, in
reference to the Geri.an thoroughness, and declared his pleasure of having
in his orfice a ^^^^i^ perce.:ta^;e cf employees v;hc are of Cemian descer.t,

I.'rs* .-vnn-; Schoedler ad.aittjd courareously that she ov;ed hor interests in
"politics only to Carl Schurz.

A special surprise atis f'iven t^ie audiar.ce v/hen they ws^*e introdu^^ed to a
forr.:er fellow student of Carl 3churz, Prof. Jooerh Irank, vrhc brou^'ht up
the "luestion of v;h3t- er v;e coul". net prohace r.cre st':.tesr.a2^ of the sarie
caliper, as tliat of Carl 3cnurz«

At t!:.e conclusion, a short essay aVout Carl Schurz v;as offerei by I'iss .^llce
V/ood, a student of Carl Cchurz h'i_"li Cchool, v/hhcli v/aj {grateful] y received.

LIusical recitals :y '..'.rti. -islio^^, a::d a trio of the husli Ter.ul: Concer^.'atorv of
husic, conpleted the festivity.

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KARL SCHURZ CELEBPaiTION

nt thj last liieetin^ or thu Gerriun grou^x^ for the V/orld*s Exhibition in the
B5.s:..^rck Hot«] , u rGSulution wus accepted v/lach reconirnends the co-operation
of all CjerK;an-.-ii:ierioun Clubs ana organizations with the Gren:ian Club for the
K^rl Schurz celebration. It v/as repeatedly pointed out that the impression
of a lirge united celebration in memory of Karl Schurz would be far better
than rriitny small individual club cttlebi-c<ticnr.

The Gernan Club v/ho for a yoar has already i..aae preparations for a Karl Schurz
celebration at the Llorrison hotel, invites aj.1 organizations to co-operate
with it* ij'very orEvanization v/l.o participles in the Karl Schurz celebration
shall be n-^med as a co-operatin^: organizer of the celebration, juf^t like the
Geri-.an Club, th^jreforu each shall ^^-^et its rev/nrd. The Ger/.^an club succeeded
in obt,.inini- Charl«.s Nagel of St. Louis as official speaker.

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THE GERl.(AN WORLD'S FAIR GROUP

• At the last meeting of the German group's executive committee of the
Chicago 7/orld's Fair in 1933, the chairman Ernest J. Kruetgen, stated
that the real work could now be started.

The recruitment of new members v;as delayed at the beginning of the

campaign by the absence, from the city, of many leading German personalities •

For the same reason the women's branch could not be organized, but this
handicap has now besn removed. The vjomen's committee of the German group
is represented by Mrs. Emil Eitel, Mrs. Rose Austin and Mrs, Emmy Heldtke#
Mrs. E» W. Blocki and Mrs. Jose S. Beuhl became permanent members of the
executive committee. The soliciting committee of llr. Albert Breitung
was joined by Messrs. Wehrwein, Otto F- Reich, Schlegel, Pegeman, Barth,
Brig-TS and Mayor H. Kaul. (Forest Park*)

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The Suabian society has inauguarated a ca:ripai^n air.ongGt its raeinbers,
to j -^in the German c^oup.

A very important resolution, which affects all the German-Zinericans
of Chicago, v;as introduced nai.iely that the German groups will elect
in the next five years an official German reception committee. The
reason for the creation of this nev; committee are the difficulties
encountered in the past in selecting leading German -Americans for
receptions*

To avoid such difficulties in the future, the German group intends to
create an official reception comiaittee, which shall consist of the older
prominent members and leaders of the German-American public, of our
city.

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The executive commit toe of the Grerr.an croup, i/ill urge the reception
coimaittee on to v/ork intensively in the interest of the Yorld's Fair.
In the meantime ^ijrnest J* Kruet/^^en will represent the German group
officially.

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TEE G23IC-JJ GROUP OF THE ■.."03ID«S FAIR

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A statement issued by the new executive conmittee of the German
Gr -ip or z:ie ;Vorld*s Fair is as follows: "Politics has no place
in our ranks, we are a non-political organization, and v;e want to
remain such, .Oiether Democrats, Republicans, Catholic, Lutherans,
or Jev;s, ever^-^one who is willing to promote the German group's
representation at the V/orld»s Fair in 1935, is welcome. Should
the Gennan-i\mericans of Chicago, obtain political influence once
more, they owe it to Llayor Thompson, v;ho counted them among his
followers. As a German group of the V/orld*s Fair, we have no-
thing to do ivith politics, but will support everything that will
tend to increase recognition for Chicago's German-.^jnericans."
Guided by these principles, inmost J. Kruetgen, president of the
executive committee of the German group, refur.ed to affiliate the
German-American group vrith any political orgc; .ization, yesterday
at a meeting at the Bismark Hotel.

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Mr. G. K. ochnidt, Building coimaissioner, &. Chris Paschea,
Postmaster Arthur C. Lueder, and County clerk Robert M. Sv/eitzer,
v/ill be asked to become collaborators. These persons were in-
vited by letter to the next meeting.

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OLD SETTL3R3' FIC::iC

Amidst ideal weather, the 54th ''festival of the old settlers" or as it
is genei^lly called, the '*01d Settlers Picnic,*' v;as celebrated at Noon
in the large Picnin Grove of Riverview Park. At 1 o'clock, several
hundred people {gathered on the spacious Picnic grounds, to write their
names in the register. The officials of the Turner society v/ere making
the last preparations for the reception of several thousand guests, v;ho
participate every year in the old settlers* festival. Somewhat shaky,
but full of pride, the old settlers wrote Lheir names in the book, and
received their insignia, which showed the year of their arrival in
Chicaf'-o.

In the meantime, the band played music for dancing, vendors called out
their wares, and children were gleeful; the 54th festival of the old
settlers has begun. There is no doubt that it will prove very successful
if the v/eather remains pleasant.

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At 4 P. !•'• the famous prize dancing contest for the old people v/ill begin.
The orchestra starts v/ith the q^uadrille, and daintily the old ladies and
gentlemen v/ill dance to the tunes of the nusic.

The Distribution or Prizes

At 7 o'clock, ivhen the registration, is over, the distribution of prizes
will begin. As in former years, there are a large number of prizes for
the follovring:

The oldest settlers of Chicago and Cook County, man and woman;

The oldest settler bom in Germany, man and v/oman;

The oldest settler born abroad (except Germany), man and woman;

The oldest settler, v/ho has been employed in Chicago for the longest /

time in some business, and is still holding his job.

The oldest settler, v/ho without interruption, has lived in Chicago in

one and the same home, and who is still living there;

The couple of settlers, whose combined ages are greatest;

The family head, who has the greatest nuiaber of children and grandchildren

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present on the grounds;

The oldest Veterans of the American Union army.

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GZ2RMAN

G15RIjlAN-.fiISRIC;j^S TAKE THS US.O AMONG IL^TIONALITrS

UORKIMG FOR './ORLD'S FAIR.

••'He v;ho is not able to love his young bride sincerely, is also unable to
keep faithfully his mother's memory. He who does not honor his old homeland,
is unworthy of the new. ' These were the words spoken by Carl Schurz at the
first German day of the 'Jorld's Fair in 1893. I want to use similar words
today vAien I speak to you in the name of the German committee of the World's
Fair of 1933 about the mai^el of our times, the radio.

••It was the German scientist Hertz, who discovered this prodigy, it was the
German Count Zeppelin \riio invented the dirigible, it was the German Pro-
fessor Junker who constructed Koehl's and Hunefeld's aeroplane. Germans have
been at the head of science and of technical arts and have presented wonder-
ful-gifts to the world.

••'Je want to remember those things, now that we are called upon to emulate
the example of our fathers in the year 1893. At the '.Vorld's Fair in 1893
German intellect and skill revealed their products to an astonished world*
At that time the 400th anniversary of America's discovery by Columbus was

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the occasion for the V/orld*s Fair in 1933.

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'•The one-hundredth anniversary of our city of Chicago will be celebrated
with a World's Fair. One Hundred years J That joeans one hundred years of
German cooperation, of German industry, of German spirit I For one hundred
years the German- Americans of Chicago have contributed their best. As the
German- Americans have left their mark in imperishable letters of blood in
the history of the United States during the Revolution and the Civil T/ar,
so also have the German- Americans contributed towards the development of
the city of Chicago •••

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COSTUMES OF GERMAN COUNTRIES HAILED AT GERMAN DAY CELEBRATION.

Th« tableau was glTen as the result of the efforts of Mrs* Minna Schmidt »
vfao did not shrink from sacrificing time and expense to carry out this
idea* The German costume groups^ represanted by 400 young ladies, was
a welcome novelty and received hearty applause*

The groups were composed as follows t

1* Wurttenberg * Swabian Society.

2* Bavaria •• Chicago University.

3* Baden • ••• .Northwestern.

4* Saxonia** St* Paul's Evang* Church*

5* Sleswig • • Ravenswood Church*

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6* Hessia •• Lake View High School***

7* Prussia***** ••*•• Robert Waller High School*

8* Spreeforest** Columbia Ladies Club*

9* Bremen* * *•****•*•*••••*«••*•*••*•** •Club Heimat ••••••••••••

10* Brunswick*************** •••Pastor Werhans Church*

11* Pounnevania******** *•••••* •Crane Junior College •

12* Uecklenburg Chicago Turner Society*

13* Altenburg • Robert Waller High School*

14* HaBiburg**^ •••*•• ***••*** Friends of Cermania*

15* Tyrol**** ****** • St* Alphonsus School*

16* Styria* ***•*•** • •• .Styrian Society*

17* Carinthia ******* *Carinthian Club Koschat*

18* Vorarlberg and Tyrol. •*••**•***••* ..Tyrolean Men's Choir*

19* Vienna Vomen* .*****.. ********** *•• ••

20* American Admirers of German Arty Groups of Old Vienna^ etc*

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TH3 C0LI3SUI.:.

Today. is '•German Day'* at the \.'omen's V.'orld's Fair in the Coliseum. At 8:30
this evening, the ladies* committee, under the personal leadership of Urs»
Consul General Simon, will present a program of Brahms songs, sung by LIrs.
Schlewil; some dance numbers by the Ollendorf sisters and a rendition of Bruch's
'•The Beir* by the Chicago Singing Society, under the direction of Jx. Boeppler*

Liany products of German handicraft v/ill be displayed. All these delightful
trifles were produced by women's hands, and at the sight of some of the
articles, v/e ask ourselves in surprise: "How is it possible that v/oraen in
their homes without mechanical workshops, can produce such beautiful orna-
ment s?'*

These knick-knacks are in demand among the large crowd of .Uaerican housewives.
They admire the handmade dolls, with their stupid peasant faces. The Americans
v*io are used to manufactured goods, cannot believe that even socks, shoes, and
panties can be made by hand.

Dolls, books, painted wall ornaments, vases, leather boxes, embroidery.

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jewelry and German ornaments, every little piece has its ovm individuality*
Everything has been produced by German handicrafts The originality of the
German products has been clearly demonstrated*

The glassware of a LI, von Alesch, the bookbindery of IJaria Luhr, the jewelry
of 3mmy Roth, the costume dolls of Betty Behrens, the porcelain of Ruth
Schaumsmn, the embroidery of Jessie Hosel, the animals of Resi Brandt, the
toys and children's books of ii^lse Sisgruber, the pottery of Lirs. Haramasch and
Mrs. Lobenstein, and the weaving of I'lrs. V/edekind-Ottolarglin, - these all are
true examples of German works of culture •

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COSTUIfflS OF IMflGRAOTS TO B3 DISPLAYED

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Costumes worn by German-speaking immigrants for the last 100 years^and their
old-fashioned luggage, will be displayed in a historical parade at the next
German day, if the comriiittee follows %he suggestion of Michael Schaut, made
at the meeting of the German Day committee, Friday evening in Musicians Hall,
175 V/. Washington St. The parade and the performance of the festival play,
which was produced at the 75th year celebration of the Chicago Turner Society,
were two suggestions submitted to the head committee for consideration*

On account of the absence of President Gill and the sickness of Vice-Presi-
dent Leopold Saltiel, the 2nd Vice-President, Dr. W* Teichmann presided.
The minutes of the conmittee^s last meeting, which took place December 9th,
were approved by the delegates*

In order to draw all the German societies to the German Day celebration, the
organization committee issued a circular, in which they requested the socie-
ties to join them. So far 200 societies have joined the German Day committee.
Shortly an appeal will be published in the Abendpost.

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It was resolved to hold only one meeting of delegates every months on the
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GT^RMAN SOCIETIES CSLSBRATS l^M YEAR. ^''- ^'^ ' '^* * "'

New Year's Eve^^and the two holidays were taken advantage of by a niimber of
German societies, to give the usual festivities indifferent places of amusement.
In spite of the cold weather, large crowds attended.

Saturday the Rhine Society lishered in Carnival time with its first '•Fools
meeting.** President John Cruner carried the scepter, and the people who
attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

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ADOLPH GILL IG-iiLEGT^.D Pr^iCdlDKIT OF OiiIHI.^! DAY FESTIVAL

Adolph f>ill was a^ain unanimously re-elected as president of the German Day-
Festival organization, which he has served faithfully for so many years.
Attorney Leopold Saltiel vrais elected first vice-president; and Dr. Viillian
G. Teichmann, second vice-president; and six other vice-presidents were
nominated and unanimously elected. They were; IJrs. Marie V;achtel, Mrs.
Marie V/euchlinger, Lorenz Schle^el, '.Villia^ Jauhs, James Maschek, and Harry
Schlosser.

Justus Emme again took over the office of correspond in.3 secretary; Dr. Jack
V/. Kobalter as recordin{5 secretary, Herman Loesicke was elected treasurer,
and Bruno Knecht was elected financial secretary. The agenda of the meeting,
which was held yesterday at the Northside Turner hall, was extensive and
several hours were required for its transaction.

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The date for next year's festival v/as set for t'le first Sunday of June,
1928. The festival location v/ill he tl.o stadiuri in '^rrnt Park.

The re'Dort of the treasurer shov;ed that the entire receipts amounted to
37,888.85 against expenditures of ::6,032.:i8, and after ;1,400 had been as-
si'-^ned to benevolent institutions, the balance of :>1,008,2d rer.ained.

President Adolnh '^-ill prefaced his yearly rerjort v;ith the renark that the
C-errian day festival of the year 1927 had been a .-lorious success, of v/hich
the CJhicar^o Oernan elerient can be .iustly proud. '^i':hest appreciation is
due the different coivnittees for t'^ieir tireless efforts t:irou^,h which this
success v/as possible.

OorriDlete harmony v/as established throui^h the offices of Dr. Kobalter, Joe
Taschek, G-abriel Junr^ and I.'ichael ochaid, in the .i^ustrian, Mun.-;arian' and

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Sudeten-'^ei'^'r.pr. circle^, r-nd *.ll nr'^viilin* : lisunderGtandin :g v;ere success-
fully ir«oned out. The year!:' renort x:v::\r^'^r^ fio e:cooll3ut co-o ')eratiori of
tie Tumors, of t lo c^iortin ; clubs, of G.xe :
but not least, of the siu :ers.

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The hi^;best com">li:ient3 ore orii to t\e t./o officit-l soeabers of tue 1e]":.ian
d'v; celebrr.tior : 'Heuntor 'Jharles ^, Deneon, of Illinois, and t^.o dditor,
Paul ^I, Crtnann,

In regard to a nossible i^u-ervention in local nolitics, t'le renort states:
•'fe shou].d be ver;' C'::reful not to beco::e affiliated "atb on;^ of the local
r)olitical controversies. The '"rei^^aii citizenry of dhica'O r.i'ht be solit
through party controversies and ;^oliticr'J. hatrels, and the -^reat -/ork 7;hich,
to the present, ho.s been successfully carried out t'lrou^h our efforts, vjould
be considerably irioairei,"

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The report closed v;it!.i another exr)'?e3sion oi* -:r?,t itn.de to all tliose v/ho helT).
ed to !:ia]:e a success of this '^errarin dtvr festival.

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IV ^ CHICAGO TURl^ER SOCI^TTY CELEBRATES 75TH aM^'IVE/.SARY.

The Chicago Turner Society, the oldest Turner group in Chicago and one of
the oldest jrganizations in the city, is preparing the celebration of its
75'th (diamond) jubilee festival on October 2nd.

The celebration will last from October 2, to October 5> and will offer an
exceptionally rich program.

The festival play will present episodes in the history of the Turner Society.
The first part will show the founding of the society, the inaugural ceremony
of the first Turner hall on Griswold Street (now La Salle Street), the brilliant
festival ball, with the ladies wearing gowns in the style of that periods

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Such well-known characters as Carl Stone, Emil Dietsch, Dr* Ernst
Schmid, Casper Butx, Lorenz Brentano, Casper Hesing, will be called
back to life in this performance*

The second scene will represent the Civil War, Lincoln^s ••Call to
Arms,** the enlistment of the Turners, Mayor Wentworth's speech, and
the presentation of his pistol to the captain because he himself
could not go«

The third scene will stage the great Chicago Fire of I87I, showing
Turner Hall in flames. The dance of the ••Flame -ghost s,** and the
singing of the great ••Fire Song^^ by the Chicago Singverein, will be
added features •

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The formation by the Turners of a safety council in the burning Illinois
Staats'^Zeitung building, constitutes another dramatic episode^

Scenes representing the rebuilding of Chicago close the play. A poetically
beautiful epilogue represents the future in a rosy light; youth, full of
confidence, proinising to uphold the good cause; Turners competing in graceful
exercises* •• •

The musical part of this program has been entrusted to Ur. V/illiam Boeppler*
The costumes Till be furnished by Minna Schmidt*

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FIFTIETH CANNSTADT2R FOLK FESTIVAL IN CHICAGO. "^—

On the occasion of the fiftieth Camistadter folk festival of the Swabian Society
of Chicago, which vdll be held in Riverview Park, a festival program will be
published, which will be a rare specimen. In regard to the history of the
folk festival, old records and yearly reports have been studied.

Names of deceased members like Deimnler, Horn, Elser, Stieglitiz, Niederegger,
Schoeninger, Hess, Schoeller, Schert, Kori, Merker, Schlosser, bring back
memories of thos times when poetry and prose, Swabian energy and honesty formed
the foundation of this highly respected society.

Hention is made of the first festival in 1878 under the leadership of the
nestor of the Swabian Society, Ernst Hummel, and the speech given at that time
by the fearless Swabian, editor of the Illinois Staats Zeitung, .Jilliam Rapp.
Poems by Emil Dietzsch and Louis Kindl, and the first big festival placard,
will adorn the festival edition.

Prominent Swabieui statesmen, poets, and authors of the present time are also
mentioned in this book.

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60,000 CSL25E.'.TZ C£ir.:Ai: DAY.

Alnost 60,000 :nen, v/onen and children of Gernian desce..t filled the vast
amphitheater on the shores of Lake L'ichiran* They had conie to pi'ove anew
that they had not forgotten their old homeland, and waited to shov/ their
gratitude. Lore inae:nif iceiit and inpressive than ever leforo was this Ger.'rjan

Day.

Here splendid and brilliant tlian ever cefcre v/e.s also the parade, v/hich
extended for niles and which opened the celelrationo Fro.-n the first sound of
the dashing: military band, to the last ^o^l of the football match which con-
cluded the festival - it was a steady series of glorious events and perform-
ances.

Official America v;as also present at the festival and participated heartily
and actively* A United States senator war: chosen as the speaker of the day^
High officials n'" '/as rreat I'letrorio"! itan city led by their mayor, oc^i liud
the platform. Th- postJaa3te]^ v;as also ...resent as well as other rerr^een.. -stives
from the state or -u.iii.ois»

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Evsry participant at yesterday's celebration must bave felt that it .;as a
der.onstration of v/hich the Gennan element cf Chioago night be provd.

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IMCIDEITTS OF TIHC GERMAN DAY.

Friedrich Ludwig Jahn, 62 year old instructor of gymnastics at t?ie Crane High
School, who during the German day celebration parade was in charge of the
fencers, is the grandson of Ludwig Jahn, the fatlier of the German gyninastical
system.

He was the hero, who, during 3ermany*s occupation by the armies of rlapoleon,
av/akened by means of gymnast ic-il instruction the patriotic feelinf-s in the
youths of Germany, and thereby prepared them for the stru-gle in the war of
liberation against Napoleon in 1813 - 1615.

Several Negroes, v;ho participated in yesterday's German day celebration,
served in the army of the former German colonies.

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Ji:j/P3::sTn. sc';:ill2P. ceizeii\tic:: cr ?:-3: c::icagc s.iieia:; sccist

The Sv/abian Society of Ghicae'O celebrated a ^chiller festival yester'.ay, in the"^
Korth Side Turner "rlalJ , v/hich v;as very succer^sful ir every respect, as a dif^nifi-
ed and inposinr denonsLration by Chic'ino G-err.a .s, in honor and in inernory of the
prince of poets, Frederick von Schiller^

llusic by an orciiestra and by tho L'en*s Choir o-"' t^ie Sv/abia*: sir -inr society
introduced t::e pro^^-rar., after ;-:1cl'. th'ij reside::t, .i-il:ieln J"aus£^ ;v3]d the v/el-
conir:^: speech* T'hc speed: of the 73ni.. ■ .tis held by Carl rlotti.^xus from Tunich,
v/ho has been on a .ecture tour In .V.erica. After a fe'.'* illuj.inatin^-;' rer.arks
abc;ut the Gerr;\an spiritual ir.: or ^-^^ c^f Schillor as poet as v;ell as a personality,
Xv-r# 'lotthaus, 7;ith the assistance of ctereopticcn picture-, explc.ine:! the con-
nection, v/hich existed bet-veei' Schiller's spiritual llfo and lerson-^lity and his
head for:.;ation» I-r. Zose Da.-ner, \;ho is -.veil hr.o;n in Cer-nan circle of A:"\erica
as a director of tho Cer:;-an tl.eatcr, .resented the hutli-scene from Pchiller's
**.;illiaJ7i Tell." Th^e ardor of ^chiller's lan^-uace, v;as :^aithfully reproduced by
the art of hr. Danner. ./ith the enthusiasr. of a youn.-* soul ho fillel to over-

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flowiiiC all the hes^rts <f his listeners, through Schiller* s forceful poetry
ani they felt tuemselves free and in a defiant mood, conscious of their

GeriTianism.

I'he o'.mbian society proved anev; through this festival, that the Oeman element
in America, has liberated itself from oppression and as in the rest of the

v/oi'ld, is i:ecoming stronger day ty day.

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FOLK FESTIVAL OF GERMAN-iiMSRICAl^I CITIZENS UNION.

A number of well known personalities of the political and public spheres
of Chicago, including A« J« Cermak, president of the County Gommissionersy
Judge John Lowery, County Treasurer, P# J. Carr, Mrs* C* E* Bemis,
Democratic candidate for County Commissioner, John Trager, former
County Sheriff, Judge Henry Homer, and Harry Kohl, Democratic candidate
for Comptroller of Taxes, were sunong the guests* A great number of
German societies participated at the folk festival* Among others, the
Teutonic-Americans, distinguished by their black-white-and-red arm
bands, were present in large numbers* Various choral societies were
also present and under the leadership of conductor H* A* Rehberg sang
several songs* The Turners were not missing on this occasion, and it
was a pleasure to witness the dashing performances of the vigorous and
well developed men*

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The model section of the Illinois Turner district was present under the
leadership of the district superintendent of gymnastics exercises, S*
Klaffs, and the fencing section under the fencing instructor, Henry
Kraft.

This great folk festival of the German- American Citizens Union proved
its strength through the impressive parade in the forenoon, and it
proved in the evening that in its ranks still blossoms the old German
good fellowship, and that the Germeui element of Chicago answers its
call enthusiastically. ••

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Professor Scherger^ mdio is well known for his courage in interceding in favor

of the Gernan element ^ was chosen to hold the speech of the day, at the

German Day Festival* The speech in its entire text is as followss

'^Vhat a glorious idea it is to celebrate a German Day yearly! And how splendid
and sacred this demonstration of the German people of today appears! With*
out pursuing political or religious aims, we are assembled today in this won*
derful stadiiim to prove that we Americans of Germsm origin are still a united
people of brother Sf that we still are capable of enthusiasm for German ideals
and endeavors, and to prove further that GermEui thought still prevails in
America, and especially in Chicago •

TTherefore, today, we shall sing, perform gymnastic exercises, hold speeches
and enjoy life, in order that others may also witness the meaning of German
ways of living* We do not desire that the German element of Chicago or America
separate themselves from other nationalities of this great American nation, we
do not desire to form a state within the state • We know - as the Americans
say * ^That it takes all kinds of people to make a world.*

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GERMAN

^^Generally, it cannot be said of the Germans that they do not value foreign
customsj on the contraxy, it is rather an old hereditary defect of the Germans
to accustom themselyes too easily to all foreign nays, and thereby not to
appreciate highly enough their own greatness.

**The German, originally, is no staggerer. What the Ex^lish call "^pride of
race** lAiich they possess in such a high degree, we certainly should adapt
ourselves to. And so today, we want to feel happy about our characteristics*
We ask ourselves, what does it actually mean to be a German? What are the
German characteristics? And iriiat has America actually to thank this German
influence for?

'^No greater gifts could the Germems bring to America than their music -• this
most German of all arts* What the German people have given to the musical
world, amounts to almost as much as the entire contributions of all the other
nations together* If the names of Bach, Haendel, Beethoven, vfogner, Mozart,
Hayden, Brahms, Schubert, Schumetnn, Mendelssohn, Richard Strauss, and other
German masters were separated from musical history, not much would be leftl^

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compare with them? In this German music the depth of emotion of the German
people reveals itself* Music has always been cultivated by the Germans in
America! Let us today gratefully acknowledge what America owes to German
nHstersy like Theodore Thomas, Anton Seidl, Walter Damrosch, Carl Uuck. Let
us remember here in Chicago the merits of Frederick Stock, T/ilhelm Middelschulte,
V/ilhelm Boeppler, Rehberg, and many others* V/e will cultivate and keep this
treasure in our men*s choruses and singing societies*

TThe second gift from the Germans to America is gymnastics* \7hen old Jahn,
the father of gymnastics, saw his unhappy country trampled upon the ground,
he felt the necessity of strengthening those Prussian people, physically and
morally, by means of physical education, and thereby those people by their
own strength became brisk, pious, free and joyous*

••It was a pupil of Jahn, liho brought these gymnastics to America* The first
school in America to introduce this system was George Bancroft's school in
New England* A German beceune the pioneer of the gymnastic and athletic edu-
cation of the young people of America*

••Furthermore, no other nation has exercised such far-reaching and deep

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influence upon the entire edueational system of America than the German,
beginning with the kindergarten and ending with the university* Enthusiastic
admirers of the German pedagogue, Friedrich Froebel, organized here in
America the first kindergartens in Boston, St* Louis and Chicago* The peda-
gogics of Herbert, Rein and Ziller have impregnated the entire system of
education in America*

**And especially, the universities of America have adopted German methods, in
the laboratories of physics, chemistry, zoology, and psychology, also in the
conferring of Doctor*s degrees, and German methods of research* Yes, our
leading universities, like Harvard, John Hopkins, and Chicago are organized
after the German pattern and are inclined to favor more cmd more the German
system*

TThe greatest American historians like Bancroft, Uotley and others have
received their education in Germany* That is also true in regard to language,
natural science and philosophy* Finally, I mention here the influence of
German intellect upon the free institutions of America*

'*It is the Germanic perception of freedom, which was transplanted from
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for oTir political institutions. Great instructors of law and history like
Stubbs, John Richard Green, Edward 0. Freemann and James Bryce have also
emphasised these facts*

'^And this Germanic love for freedom must not be lost* It is, especially
today, greatly exposed to danger. The right of the individual, to form his
own philosophy according to his own wishes, must be preserved against the
assaults of narrow -minded Puritsmism and against the interference of the
state* The individual does not only belong to the state, but before every
thing else, to himself*

**Indeed, it is a glorious history upon which the German element in America
can look back! Proudly we can point to the facts that German-Americans
have always taken a great interest in the affairs of this country* From
colonial times we can mention the names of Jacob Zeisler, Herkheimer, Muhlen-
berg, Pastorious*

••The first bible which ever was printed in America, was a German bible*
The first school and church west of the Alleghany mountains were founded at
Dover, Ohio^ by the German missionary Zeisberger and his Moravian brothers*

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"In zhe revolutionary wars and especially in the Civil ./ar, Gormrin soldiers
took a decisive part. The Prussian, G^i^naral von Steuben, v;as a great organ-
izer and drill .Taster in ' -ashingtcn 's Army. German generals like Sigel,
Osterhaus and Rosecranz helped ^o v/in the Civil \/ar. The first protest
against slavery v;as made in 1688 in Girmantov^n, Pennsylvania. And during
the last /orld ./ar, German- Vr.ericans v/ith bleeding hearts, were compelled to
send their sons to //ar to firht arainst their ovm blood relatives, - ;7hich
other elements in .'unerica would have obeyed such demands? Perhaps the jlnglish
or the Irish?

'Then, the German mechanics and farmers should not be omitted here. The sncill
man v;ho through his industry, his laithiulness to duty, his econom}'', by far
surpassed his neighbors, - ^.vho turned forests into arable land, changed them
into blooming gardens; v/ho accustomed themselves to prevailing conditions,
v;hilo others v/ould hAve perished. Nobody can accuse German- /jriericans of not
giving to Vrierica as much as they ;.ave received. /e have always done our duty
as good citizens, and this v;e will do, also, in trie future, on an even larger
scale.

T/hoever is ashamed of his German origin, is a poor .American.

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'^German ideals - love for freedom, ability, thoroughness, enthusiasm for
everything that is true, good and beautiful - those are also American idealsl

••Therefore, today, we will at this inspiring festival dedicate ourselves
anew to these ideals.**

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GAY AKNIWRSi^Y CP1.EB>RATI0N
Eichenstamm Royal Hungarian Society Holds Successful

Celebration at North Side Turner Hall

All branches of the Royal Hungarian Society Eichenstamm (Oak Trunk) held
their eleventh anniversary festival last Sxinday at the North Side Turner
Hall. It was a great success in every respect. The number of participants
at the festival was quite satisfactory, and the excellent program foxind
general applause*

Numbers by various song organizations, dances by tap dancing organizations
(Schuh-Plattler) in mountain garb, and a good orchestra, all contributed to
furnish some pleasant hours for the participants. With the close of the of-
ficial program, there began an easygoing program with dances and all sorts of
solo performances by first-class artists, who received universal recognition.

The German aid society "Evig Treu** (Forever Faithful) celebrated its great

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Sprinc fostivcil in the Social Junior Ilrill, iliey orescnted hui'iorous drnnas,
comic recit-.ticns, and dnr.oos. T?:e :;i?:cd ciiorus ''luintrv-ch.t" (IlaiTiony) tool:
active ^art at the celebration an;, ^rovided pleasure -..'ith its excellent -^o-^
crai:i. All the huraorou3 scenes, duats, and goIo draj iati.-:ations (incluuin/: a
nui.-iber of ]'iu?iCcal oift^jrinrs) incited the audience tc general i.irth and c^eat
applause. I'ollo'/inr ojiese •)erx cr:.iances a dance, - it:i riusic furnished by an
excullent orchestra, brought the evenin • to a happy close for all the auests.

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That the Bunco ---^ine enjoys ,^-enera.l j0-n:l-M:.ity in ^^oi:^^.:^Si circles
by the nu:".ber of social organi":'^ vions a'hich, each '3i\nday find recreation iron
the r/ee.c's toils in the liotle '-^ario. .he folio, inn crpanizations had Bunco
rares for their nembers: oociet:; wf av^rians, fron the To-n of Lake, in the
oachs hall; the Thurin-ian ./onen's JluV of G:,ic..v o, ^.t I::j:iel *s • Hall; Branch IIo.
1 of Hisenburc ^en-ian-IIunr^^rian 3ich-hid Jociety of Chicago, at St. Oeorr-e School
Hall; the h'orth Side hixed Chorus, in hoch's Hall; the Coluir.::ia Ladies • Club
and the District ho. 4913 D. U. B. (Gernian-Hunrarian Bund) at tlie Lincoln Tui^ner
Hall; Society of Oennan Co.v.rades in Ams, at the Vorv'^aerts (ror.rard) Turner Hall;

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Viola Ladies* Club, at Fleiner^s Hall and the Ladies' Club Fidelia, at
the Armitage Hall*

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TO TFE GSR!.:"JI DAY.

(Editorial)

G'.'.miuT

Chicaq;o celebrates its German day tomorrow. Originally these celebrations
were given in r^ernory of the arrival of the Krefeld i^lenncmites in America
under the I'^-adership of Franz D-^niel Pr^^torius* In the course of years
they have developed in many cities into big mutual festivals, celebrated
by ^ericans of Gerpi^m descent, the snme as in Chicago.

The object and purpose of these celebrations consist in giving men and
wor.en of Gerrrrn descent an opportunity,' at least once a year, to acknov/-
ledge publicly, and cheerfully thst they are i^embers of this race. Al-
thour^h thev come frorj different i^arts of the big Gerrfr\n Fatherland and
althourh their opinions are divided, in regard to religion p.nd politics,
yet they are -:11 children of I.other Germania, They all descend from one
race, v/ho can look back upon an honorable and glorious history; and on the
Gerr.Tn day celebration they romem.ber and honor the great national Union
of their ancestors. ..'ith speeches and songs they proclaim loudly and
proudly, their everlasting gratitude for their descent from their Germj^Ji

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ancestors.

At the same time they do not forget their love for the land of adoption
in which they riave found their new honie. They are fully e.^vare of their
duties to the nev; Fatheri-:nd, and rene\/ their oaths of faith to riie country
of their choice, during the Jerman day celebration. This faith does not
consist in the surrender of all moral and spiritual gifts and possessions,
which were bestowed upon thera by Ilother Crermania, but in the cultivation
of these endov/irents and talents, and their transmission zo their fellow
citizens, to the honor of the Gerrrym name, to the enrichment and cultiva-
tion of our nation'-^ life* In this sense the Geri-pn day of Chicago is
celebrated, therefore these festivals have alv/ays taken a brilliant course*

It is the duty of all fellow citizens of German descent to participate will-
ingly and cheerfully at these fer.tivals*

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(/Jditcrial)

Chicago celebrates its German Day to-:aorrov/.

Criminally these celebrations were held in memory of the arrival of the Kre-
feld I.!ennonites in America under the leadership of Franz Daniel Fastorius.
In the course of years they have developed in many cities into big annual fes-
tivals celebrated by Americans of Gorman descent, as in Chica£-o»

The purpose of these celebrations is to give to men and v/omen of German descent
an opportunity at least once a year to acknowledge publicly and cheerfully that
they are members of this race.

Although they come from different parts of the great German Fatherland, and
although their opinions are divided on religion and politics, yet they are all
children of Mother Germania. They are all descended of one race, which can

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look back upon an honorable and glorious history, and in the German Day cele-
bration they remember and honor the great na'tionul union of their ancestors,
V/ith speeches and songs they proclaim loudly and proudly their everlasting:
gratitude for their descent from German forefathers.

At the same time they do not forget their love for their adopted country, in
which they have found a new home. They are fully av;are of their auties to
the new Fatherland and renew their oaths of loyalty to the country of their
choice in the German Day celebration.

This loyalty does not consist in the surrender of all moral and spiritual
gifts and possessions bestowed upon them by L'other Germania but in the culti-
vation of these endovnnents and talents and the transmission of them to their
fellovz-citizens to the honor of the German name and the enrichment and culti-
vation of our national life* In this sense the German Day of Chicago is cele«
brated; therefore these festivals have always been brilliant events.

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It is the duty cf all our f ellov;-citlzens of Cerman descent to participate
v/illingly and cheerfullv in our festivals.

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G^miAN DAY.

An impressive demonstration in favor of the independent-progressive presidential
candidate. Senator Robert M. La Follette, was this year's German-day celebration
of the German-American citizens' union. v;hen yesterday afternoon, about fifteen

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thousand men and v/omen of Genaan extraction, asse.abled at trie picnic tield in
Riverview Park. A vast crowd was in the park by t.vo o'clock.

By four o'clock the flags and banners of the officially participating societies
and organizations were placed on the speaker's platform, and shortly afterwards
the honorary president of the citizens' unions, -'r. Louis Link, opened the speech-
making program. Sinking tendered by the massed choir under the direction of Hans
Biedermann filled out the pauses between each 'peech. Vith great force were the
songs, "This is the Day of the Lord" and "Keep Up Your 'lope" and "jiarmony", rendered.

Mr. Link opened the speeches and presented the other speakero. He welcomed the
great nui-iber of festival guects, explained tne ai:ac, of tne fec^tivity una protested

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energetically against the treatment of German-iimericans darin-_; the ;var. "Nothing** »
he said, "lies further from the citizens of German descent tuan to for::i a state
within a state, but they could demand and witii perfect ri^iit to be ullov/ed to
assemble at a festival like the present one in ordei- to point oat tne inerits, wriich
their fcrbeaiBrs added to the cultural developnent of tne country."

After him. Paster Alfred T. Meyer, took the word. He iv/elt upon the achievements
of citizens of German extraction in all sphere of human endeavors, and at the con-
clusion of his speech praised Robert M. La Follette. "It cannot be too often stbted
that German blood, German art, and Clerman character have been Dreseiitei to tnis
country; not often enough cm it be pointed out that German efficiency, German in-
dustry, German loyalty, German piety, and German ideals have contributed to tne up-
building of the United states. V/thout the energetic assistance of the Gerraan ele-
ment, >imerica would not occupy the height of culture on wnicn it stands todtiy. Tne
union of the United i.tutes woula never have achievea tiie position of respect it en-
Joys today; tne disgraceful ^luv-r^r would never nave been abolished; the liberty of

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the press would not have been maintained, and the far west would not have been
opened to culture.

The speaker gave a sumriary of German hi^torv in America, beginning .vith Franz
Daniel Pastorius, who with a small band of ■■eunonites from Krefeld, st-arted tne
first pure German settlement, GermantowTi. He continued, "If America, tarough the
coliuboration of Geriaans, nas acnieved its political ir.depeiidence and greatness,
tnen tne importance of tne Geriiians in regard to tao Cultural develop.i.ent of tne
country, is even more intense an" far reacning. Tuey were Germans :no;^tly wno
cleared the virgin forests anci founded villages and cities in tne desert. Apart
from this, the influence of the Germans upon tne intellectual life of tne nation
is undeniable.

"V/ith pride can we say; there is no territory of progressive achieve:nents, in which
the Germans have not participated. Germans have ^iven this country a great deal,
but it has not yet fulfilled its mission. 7e are facing a crisis, waich is more
dangerous than tnose who are always sciuinting towards the eyes of their masters in

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V/all Street, are able to dream of, Th«. people's liberty nus h^en und ttill is
being traraped upon. Instead of the shining torcii cf tae ^odaebs of libert;, , tne
whip became a symbol of this country, especially tovvar..s tae German- Americans.

"From the heart of the oppressed masses rin; s the prayer: 'Lord five us a man, a
V/ashington, a Jefferson, a Lincoln, a man to v/hose soul the distress of nis people
will appeal and prompt him to a sacrificing deed'."

"And the prayer v/as answered", the speaker said, "'70 have such a man, and tais man
is Robert ii. La Follette."

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STADIUM DEDICATION
Scheduled for V/ednesday, September

Tenth

The new stadium, large enough to accommodate sixty thousand people,
will be dedicated V/ednesday evening, September 10, amid festive
songs and gorgeous li^ht effects. The festivities are to be held
in grand style. School children, thousands in number, carrying
Chinese lanterns, will gathar at the immense center of the Stadium,
flanked on both sides by participants and the public* The latter
two are to be united in a great song festival under Harry Barnhart^s
leadership.

The South Park Coraiaission invited the mixed mass chorus of VJilliam
Boeppler, and the mass children's chorus of Hans Biedermann for the
festival. ... It will be epochal in the history of Chicago. . . .

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The mixed mass chorus will sing three selections: "In Honor of God," /

"Beautiful Savior," and the great "Hallelujah"; and the Children's [q -P/l

chorus will sing "Spring Song"; while their second number will be \^- ^
''The Big Brown Bear."

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Abendpost . Aug. 1, 1924.

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MEMBERS OF THE SONG FESTIVAL COMI^ffTTES CELEBRATE CLOSING HOUKS

The final figures of the festival of the North American Singers Alliance
held at the Coliseum here on June 11 - 14^ are now available. The result
was so epochal, that the members of the Festival committee decided to
celebrate the event at a small social gathering. After all, it represents
two years of diligent labors «

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The festivities were held at the Lincoln Turnhalle, and proceeded splendidly*
Mr* Theodore Pilgram, who was so active in behalf of the great affair, was
entrusted with the preparations for yesterday's meeting. At about eight P.M,
members of old standing appeared with their companions. The hall was beau-
tifully decorated with flowers. .... A small orchestra played during the
joyous repast. Ernst Kruetgen, the festival president, and his wife, were
given the seat of honor. He nominated the first vice-president, George Landau
as toast master, who performed his task with dignity. Several songs and solo
numbers .... were given; among them the old, proved melody "Harmony i^kes

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The Financial Success

• • • • • Treasurer Charles P. Kenning* s report was jubilantly received.
He showed a surplus of $12,456.91, an accomplishment which is probably
unequalled in the history of German song festivals. ....

Total income, including guarantee funds, sale of tickets, etc., $84,459.40.

/k detailed expense account appears in the original. Translator^

Cash sale of tickets: |14,549.

Honorary tickets were sold for $47,098.

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IBS Sonntaspost (Sunday Jidition of Abendpost) , June 15, 1924.

THE GR^'ir FOLK F2STV7AL
Singers I leet at Hiverview park
Cleveland to be Scene of Next Festival

To reap the reward of the toil and labor of the festival da3rs, to renew old
acquaintances, and to make new ones, out-of-town and local singers met yester-
day on the picnic grounds of Rivarview Park. There v/ere thousands present at
the picnic grounds. There was jollity, hand shaking, questions, laughing and
good-natured fun. !Iany a person found a good old friend quite unexpectedly,
which gave occasion for an exchange of all kinds of opinions (sic). The picnic
committee, headed by ::r. Pilgram, took care to provide plenty of music, food,
and drink. Soon the sin^^jers of various societies started to sing gay songs.
But youth was dancing in the beautiful dance hall to the beautiful strains of
the Roth orchestra, and seemed never to get tired. V/henever a young couple
wanted special entertainment, the adjoining lUverviev/ Park offered opportunity
aplenty for it.

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I B 2 Sonntagpost (Sunday Edition of Abenclpost) , June 15, 1924.

Yasterday marked a conference of delegates of the North ilmerican Song Bund*
After the minutes of the last conference in LouiBville (1914) v/ere read,
the national treasurer reported about finances, showing a capital (sic) of
^10,500. This report was favorably received, as the Bund, during the hard
years of the war, had to struggle with many financial difficulties.

Then the motion was made and carried that a few changes should be made in the
constitution, to make it more in keeping with the present times. It was also
proposed to bring back to life the former song ps:;riodical, "The German Song."
This proposition was amended to read that all members of the Bund should sub-
scribe to the paper and so assure its success.

The Next Festival

T'A'O cities competed for the next festival, St. Louis and Cleveland. After a
prolonged debate, Cleveland was unanimously chosen as the coming festival city

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Delegate ICrueck, v;ho spoke in the name of the city, expressed his thanks and
gave it as his conviction that the coming song festival will not be behind
the successful Chicago song festival, as Cleveland has a large new beautiful
hall. j\nd, as the speaker wittingly remarked, the festival may even turn out
to be much more successful than this one, provided that a certain United States
law suffers some modification; this would be quite desirable considering the
eternally dry throats of singers.,...

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Th3 ouibi-^n oocie^y celobr 'ted, ye3"o .ri-'V, ^he 146Lh 'uiiiivjrsaiy oT tha pri^.c^:

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nort^h side Turnf^rh-iile vr 3 t:^e iioitin^: p!-'^ce oT -aj-i Gon^i o- '^u'V'oi;., -ilso of

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repr6S3nt--i.tivc3 of ''11 district. 3 o
^:'^.''^^'::ent of tribute to the ^cet o:.' freo.iov:. vitor i sror'O introductory speech by
vicG-t>re3id3nt Mbart "ur^ar, zho 3uabi'.n ^in in y ^cci-^tv y-y/e y fe'.; boautifu!!:
elections ' nd :ho cecrot^ry, '' jnr" hiaber r-y /x y ioi^o^r iro.: yha "i'oat- Trind-niece

of the ^ce^, in liich she 3:':pre3se i deep Jsit '.hanks for uiio v/:;.rr:i interest, tliey
have t- ken in the I." rbur; ; Jc'.illjr huijeu.;, -li'ter wliicli .h'-^ ofiici 1 syo'.her Tlobi^rt
.ild, i"iv/:/er Jroi:". ' iLv ukee, Made a ^iie addr.:33 ./liich jouchoa ev^rvbody's heart.

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Sonntagpost (Sunday iidition of Abendpost ) , Nov. 9, 1919.

THE NATIONAL TURNER FESTIVAL OF 1921
Is Chicago to be the Location?

(Report of the Chairman of the Illinois Tumbezirk)

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Today •s session of the Illinois Tumbezirk (Turner District) will have to T-
decide whether or not the National Turner Festival of 1921 is to take :^
place in Chicago^ The business headquarters of the Turnbund (National :sj
Turner Alliance) , the first speaker of v;hich is John G* Blessing, have
seen to it that the report to the Tumbezirk clarifies all questions and ^
gives complete details of all steps taken by the organization up to the
present time*

The part of the report which follows is quoted verbatim: The prei)arations
for the Turner Festival have not produced any definite res\ilts*

At the Special session called together to ascertain whether the Illinois

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Tumbezirk had assumed a task beyond its capacity, the District coinniittee
was requested to raise a fund of fifty thousand dollars by the time the
regular session v;as to be held. This decision was prompted by the fear
that financial failure of the festival would precipitate the downfall of
the Vereine ^i^ssociations comprising the National Alliance/^; this fear is
justified by \msuccessful festivals of the past#

It goes without saying that making arrangements for a festival of national
scope and magnitude, like the National Turner Festival, without assuring
ourselves of a fair chance of success, would be jeopardizing the existence
of the Vereine. The committee is fully aware that not only its own asso-
ciations and the Illinois Turnbezirk, but the Turnbund, as ivell, have to
be protected from the consequences of a failure of the festival. Therefore
the committee has not yet taken anv steps which would commit the Vereine
or the Tumbezirk to any definite plans that could justify our apprehensions.
The committee fully realizes its responsibility. For this reason it v;as
deemed necess-^ry to give not only to the members of the Illinois Tumbezirk,

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but also to the rest of the /ereine a detailed account of the events, cir-
cumstances, and conditions under which our delegation to the National
Session ass\xmed responsibility for the National Turner Festival.

The conunittee believes that the purpose and size of the undertaking must
be clearly understood before v;e commit ourselves definitely.

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To tell the truth the delegation of the Illinois Tiu-nbezirk to the nation-
al convention overstepped the intentions of the last regular convention
by evincing too much enthusiasm. The reasons for this are mentioned -^

here just for the sake of information and orientation:

'kVhen Turners viio find that things are moving too slowly get together,
they like to help the progress of their organization along a little. They
are afraid that the Turnbund may some day fall asleep because of old age.

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and at these meetings they usually make all kinds of suggestions, rea-
sonable and absurd, because they believe that thincs should be "different"*
In their former self-imposed isolation the Turn. rs were not confronted ^
with the problem of dealing v/ith the consequences of the war. National 5
Prohibition, or differences in attitude which were formerly latent but ^^-
which have now turned into open hostility to German-Americans and every- /]"T
thing German* The worth-while ideas which our organization has espoused
were adopted to a large extent, but our organization itself, and to a cer- ^
tain degree our splendid achievements in building up this country, have c.
remained comparatively unknovm* Our organization has knovjn considerable c:^
local success; in some cases the success of individuals has been remarka- ^
ble, but it has been of local significance and has remained unknown outside
of the "villa^^e bound-^iry"* Oiir next-door neighbor, the "American," the
only man who makes history in this country, has remained unaffected, cool,
and reserved^ It did not take a v/ar to awaken that restless element
among us. A long time ago it was indicated that a livelier tempo v;as
needed to help our development along. But in some instances it takes a

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thiinderbolt to a\mken the slumbering giant*

Chicago has alvxays been knovm as a disturber of the peace* It is not
to be wondered at, therefore, if a tendency to leave the old rut and
travel a nev; course prevails here more than any place else*

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The realization grew that something had to be done to make the public 3*
recognize us* The feeling of an isolated position — an artificial one ^_>
into ;7hich vie were forced — makes some people obsequious and others c^.
rebellious; human temperament varies* The question arose: V/hat can c3
v;e do? iUid the answer vjas: Let us hold a Turner festival and thereby -^
abandon our isol^:.tion in grand style* The argument that Chicago was
too large for a Turner festival x;as coxintered by the reply: Then we
shall have to arrange a Turner f stival that is either greater than
Chicago or is at least in proportion to the size of the city* And al-
though the delegation to the last regular convention of the Turnbund

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received only tentative permission to hold the National Turner Festival,
they came home v/ith a National Turner Festival "in the bag"» It must be
said, hov/evsr, that the national convention did not take the matter
seriously enough. They offered practically no resistance to the argu-
ments of the Chicago delegates.

After the resolution of the cormiittee for national affairs, "to turn over
to the Illinois Turnbezirk the promotion of a National Turner Festival,
to be held in June, 1921, "was adopted, the delegate of the Illinois
Turnbezirk made the follov/ing remarks:

"I cannot refrain from calling the attention of the convention to the con-
sequences of this resolution. If Chicago is supposed to hold a Turner
festival in which, as in former festivals, participation will be limited
to the members of the iimerican Tumbund, it can only result in failure.
Chicago can and must have a festival of larger scope which will attract

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all orcanizations interested in physical education — atliletic clubs, muni-
cipal and park playground orcanizations, public schools, Turner organiza-
tions of other nationalities, college and imiversity athletic teams, etc»
Only in this vjay v/ould we be able to raise the necessary funds for a
festival large enough to be noticed in a city of Chicago's size.

"But if the Turner festival is desip;ned to be a piece of German propaganda
and of the same limited scope as former festivals, then — as much as I wish
it were otherwise — v;e might as v;ell give up the idea. The drawing pover
of the purely German character of the festival v;ould not be great enough to
cover half a day's expenno. . This is a sad confession, but in this case
the Bund and the Vereine would liave to pay dearly for their illusions. And
this v;e v/ant to avoid. If your resolution is feasible at all, we shall
need your consent to go far beyond the limits to which previous Turner
festivals have been confined, and oxir rules of competition must be ve-
vised according to a plan which we consider fittin;*"

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TliGse inportant words v/hich porliaps li-ivo announced the bofinninc of a
nev; era for the Turnbund, did not elicit a replj^. Tliis silence could
be intorpreted as the session's i.pprov^-il uiv^ the loc:ical consequonce
of this could only be:

''Tlie Turnbojiirlc conriitteo has to take steps ii.r.:ediately to find out
v/hether it is possible to enlist the necessai^' financial support of the ^t?

business v;orld to promote an undertaking of the chaitictcr and scope out-
lined above.*'

The suixiior nonths iiade any efforts in this direction inj^osr.ible, but as
soon as the pc-rtios in authority had returned from their suinmer vacations
the committee v/ent to v;ork»

Tlie request tlicit the district co^u.littee rair:o a r^^arantee fund of from
tv/enty-f ive to fifty thousand dollars by the vdate of the next session,

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i.e., today, November 9, could not be cairied out to the letter.

V/e interpreted the r -solution to mean that the committee vTOuld have no
right to impose obligations on the Yereine which *t hey could not or would
not fulfill. The committee has justified this assumption.

The com.iittee would have been only too glad to liave presented the ordinary
session vath a ''cash guarantee'^of any amount, but it v;as impossible to
solicit subscriptions for an event that isn't to take place until June,
1921. If that resolution v/as to be interpreted to mean that the district
vsession would sanction the preparation for a festival only on that condi-
tion /that a cash guarantee fund be raise^, then all our efforts and hopes
for a brighter future, for enlarged activities, for closer co-operation
with all branches of physical education, and our attempt to place our
experience, knowledge, and efforts at the service of huiiianity will have
been in vain. But v;ould such a request be justified? Should the fact
that we cannot yet provide funds for the festival in the form of "cold

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cash" n-iJce us say: '..e do net feel ei\ual to the task?

ViS are ccnvinced th t 3uch an attitude uould not be juGtified at this earlv •

date, which does not iiec-di th::t v;e o.re convinced beyond all doubt that ;ve c::in ;. -
solve our ]roblei:i. ..liat v;e ask: is only this: .;^

That the executive session credit our coru ittee v;ith enou^ll corj.ion ;.-e::no to .;•

abandon the project of its o\rri volition us soon as it is definitely estab- .---;

lished that the necess ry financial support is not forthcoinii:{^» .jid if :,:

proriises ir.ean anything the coiruiittee is very opv-ii istic in this ror^pect, v^^

elthriup'h the individual menbers are usu: lly inclined in the op osite -^
dir3Ction»

The corj;:ittee bec^-in its cainpiiicn with a let;.or addressed to the nost prom-
inent clubs and comraercial and industrial organizations of the city» This

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letter informed these ore:anizatioiis of our plan; v;e iatUiiatf^d that vve

v/ould take care of all the necessary preparations, but \.e informed then that

as 30on as the "t^repar\tions as.^uned concrete fom v;e v;ould liave to ask then ^

to sponsor the projects .e pointed out that it v:as not intended to be a ::

prof it-]iiakiar enterprise, but that the nation vrould benefit by it, that it

was not the affair of a sin::le or^^anizHtion, but should be the concern of --

the citv, and that v;e even considered it a natter of national scope. X-

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i;e sent a coiuriittee to llayor ^/illiani Ilalo Tionpson and to the Association T.*

of Gom.ierce, two acencios v/hose co-oporu-cion v;e thou.'-ht indispensable. .7e t>

also innuired of the oouth Park Board vjhether the stadiun to bo built on o^'

tlie lake front vjould be completed by June, 1921. The press was inforned
and their co-oporation has boen secured. Individual clubs, like the
Chicago . athletic Club, the Illinois Athletic Club, and others vjere directly
solicited to take over the vro t^^r<:.n for a ci.^rtj-.in day as our special show
feature.

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Llayor Tliiapson vils ever. :."iore o:itjiii3iastic clx-ut t\e L;i::e and purpose of

tL^ onterprice t'lui ue ^-ere ouivelvcG. '"i 't iicv; ]:o i^ miiiiouc tc luve

us su::::c3t to lii:.. v;liat he can do; he is read*' to appoint a co::i:.iittoe of

citi:ienG to assi.-^t us in raisinp; tiie necessarp funds. It is a happy

coincidence t:iat all during hie life t:ie !l.poi* has participated in all

rianner of athletic L^ctivity, especially v;atcr sports, and tliat he is

also an enthusiastic ::up:crt-jr of physical education. TLe su')eo:u':ittee

v;hich returned fron the haycr's office h:,s ccnvinced us that \-e can

depend on the liayor's co-op-jration to an o::tent not anticipated, o

The pood aill of tlie .association of Ooraierce is one of the nost inperative
prerj^^uisites to raisin^' funas for enterprises vaiich do not pursue selfish
ends. The rocomiendation of the project by this iiain representative of
coix.iurca -nd industry'' i;as T^ronisod to tho subcoiL\;itte-:^; not only that, but
the officials volunteered to advise the procran cor.iriittee, and t^ey v;ere
enthusiastic about the value of the festival for publicizir.c the n cessity
of physical education for youth. To doubt the sincerity of these t\;o

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agencies or to consider their promises just empty phrases would be an
insult to their integrity.

The South Park Board has granted us permission to use the lake front, but
whether the stadium will be completed by 1921 could not be ascertained.
A committee which had a preliminary inter^riew with the general superin-
tendent received the follov/ing information: "On November 20, the plans
submitted by architects (open competiton) will be opened and submitted
to a jury which will select one of the plans. Then drawings and speci-
fications will be made, bids will be solicited and contracts V7ill be
let — and then the speed of the vjork and the length of time required for
its completion depend on factors which nobody can control. A strike,
for instance, could easily upset any plans, no matter how v;ell conceived.'*

If the stadium should not be completed in time, hov;ever, an official of
the Association of Commerce intimated to the committee that a temporary

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one could be erected to serve the purpose*

On these promises the committee bases its conviction that, when the time
comes, if a cash amount — not a guarantee fund — has to be raised it can
be secured v/ithin a short time* V.hether the committee can be charged
viith reckless optimism now tliat the circumstoriors and the facts have been
revealed is a matter everyone must decide for himself*

About the plans regarding the participation of other organizations as
mentioned by the delegate to the executive session in the beginning of
this report, nothing definite can be said as yet. These plans are being
considered, and v;hen a decision has been reached they will be submitted
to the national headquarters, i.e., to the technical corimittee of an
executive meeting scheduled for Ilovember 28 in Indianapolis* At the same
time the e::ecutive committee will be asked to grant all necessary po77ers
to the coiiuiittee of the Illinois Tumbezirk to facilitate freedom of

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action in making the necessary arrancsments* VJe v/ill endeavor to secure
the iiKDSt extensive co-operation of all orcuns of the Turnbund anu
its districts* For this purpose v/e have alreidy appointed an advisory
coromittee, consisting of members of various Veroine, v/hich \vill review
the v;ork done by the district coiiriittee. T;vo meetincphave been held
already. The nev;ly formed committee is to function in an advisory
capacity, at least for the time being.

The publicity campaign and all preliminary steps are to be loft to the
committee in order to avoid complications. But after the most impor- c-
tant tilings are settled the usual conimittees will be appointed from the
ranks of the large advisory body.

Let the executive session decide now v;hat is to be done* Are vje to give
up v7ithout he vine made an attempt to fi^;ht for success, or shall we go
ahead with courage -nd confidence? If we are to persevere then it is

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necessaiy for us to declare unanimously: The festival must be success-
ful, time to Chicago's motto, "I V/ill".

Nov/ a word in favor of those v;ho gained perrii.^sion for the Illinois
Turnbezirk to hold the festival:

"If there is such a thing in life as a psychological moment which causes
great decisions to be made, that moment is nov7«

If the v/ar has taught this crowing nation anything it is the realization
that healthy manhood is essential to its development • If, as the medical
examinations of drafted men liave proved, thirty-five percent of the men
were unfit for military service, v/hereas those who had undergone systematic
physical education v/ere found capable of doing service, then it is proved
conclusively tliat physical education is of profound importance in the
upbuilding of this nation, .-md the extent of its importance is being

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realized more and more^ The question is no longer whether or not physical
education is necessary, but v/here it should start and how it should be
carried out*

Great hopes uere pinned on the military training of high school students;

we know now that these hopes wore disappointed* The experiment ijas made

in Germriny, but later abandoned. On the other hand the Turner system of

gymnastics v.as developed there without any covernnent sponsorship and

merely by private initiative. Later it was introduced into public schools,

and from then on it v;as supported by the state. r:^

If we can manage to take advantage of the prevailing trend now, it should
be possible to make the Turner clubs an integral part in the development
of the nation. That this has long been our objective is a virell-knoiAjn
fact, and that we have to do it in order to survive is equally obvious*
But v:e have not been able to agree on the tactics to be employed. The

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sudden juiiip from a Gennan-;iinerican or£:ani2ation to one v/liich is iinglo-
i'anerican vjas rejected as too daring and risky, but nevertheless thi§
e:^p has been narrowed v/ithout our realizing it,

;;e have asked everyone to promise to become a citizen. On the Turner
grounds the German language has prevailed for a long time* Av/are of the
anti-German terrorism during the v;ar, riany Tereine displayed — figurative-
ly speaking—the sign, "English Spoken Here". German and English are
used side by side in the communications with the ':\irnerbund. V^liat vie
should do now seems obvious, but the first step is always the hardest.
Things have come to such a point that if \;e want to survive, and I mean
by that not just to vegetate hut rather to develop a progressive pro-
gram, we will have to take the chance and make a jump in the dark. For
this reason we are in favor of a Turner festival such as has been plan-
nod. 1/e are not afraid of sacrificing our individuality by so doing,
on the contrary we believe that it will give us the opportunity to

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denonstrate that v;e are the best of all foreign nationalities v/ithin this
nation. ie v/ill be stronc if v,^ stand toccthcr^ ^^11 v;e need is the
courage and the determination to overcome the obstacles v;hich stand in our
vjay. If vie force the is'-ue, the pressure under v:hich ;;e are nov; labor-
ing villi be relieved.

It shall be our task to co-ordinate our pov.^rs systematically. The Turner

festival, as it v;as or^inally conceived, shall be our running start by

which v;e shall show the country — without being arrogant — that we are

the peers of the best in the land. 'S

V/e believe that all members of the American Turnbund, upon whose co-opera-
tion v;e depend, will agree with the above remarks and we hope that our
intentions will gain the good vdll of all native Americans who think ob-
jectively.

The Committee of the Illinois Tumbezirk,
(signed) John G. Blessing, First Speaker.

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Bavarian Charity iiffair a Great :>uccess

A large crowd dressed in its Sunday best — husky, blue-eyed men, buxom v^men,
charming young rirls, and healthy, rosy-cheeked youngsters all vdth the
expectation of a good tirae, of music, singing, and dancing reflected in their
faces — could be seen last night in the North Side Turner Hall, Vvhere the
Bavarian .lid Society held a gre^it festival on behalf of suffering women and
children in the old country. The promoters of the affair did not appeal in
vain to the kind hearts of their compatriots. They came in such Large numbers
that the tv;o halls could not accommodate them. Ei'en the "socially elite"
could not find seats, and before long even the vestibules were crowded. But
that did not affect the joviality of those v;ho cane late. Nobody lost his
festive spirit, iumong the guests v/ere also the officials of the German-iimerican
iiid Society.

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III H iind the festival itself? V.liy, it v;as simply v;onderfull The program
I G comiaittee had arranged y splendid entertaininent to suit everyone,

and they had engaged prominent performers who all did their best.
It v/ould take too much space to give a detailed account. /iS the highlights
of the evening, however, v;e have to mention the ''Hour Dance, i^urora," performed
by ivlrs. Schmidt and her ballet class; the biblical pantomime "Jephta*s Daughter,"
by the same group; the wonderful songs (Lieder) sung by charming Resi Kranz
and Resi Sterner, with piano accompaniment by Resi Buchner; the selections of
the Liedertafel Freiheit (Liberty Glee Club), and the Singing Society Harmonie;
the Bavarian folk dances ^chuhplattler, a kind of tap danc^, by the clubs
Edelv;eiss, .^Ipenrosen, and D* V/ildschuetzen; the appealing recitals of the blind
violinist, Franz VJestengeier, and the selections of the Bavarian orchestra.
They all captivated the audience and were rev/arded b:^ rousing applause.

Mr. Joseph Lloser, chairman, made the opening address, and I^lr. Joseph Kestler
gave the speech of the evening. In words that cane from his heart and
appealed to the hearts of his audience, the speaker explained that the purpose

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III H of the affair vbs to alleviate as much as possible the v^iar destitu-
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bloody v;ar, with the present, which has brought disgrace and misery
as well as peace for Germany. He drev; a picture of the future in which the
coming generation v;ould be lacking in physical and spiritual stamina, their
strength sapped by the hardships of \\ar and the food shortage. After describing
the services rendered their adopted country by the German element, he ended
his speech, expressing the hope that peace and unity will be restored in
Germany, with friendship and liberty the watchword.

His v;ords were received v/ith deafening applause; they had fallen on fertile
ground, and they opened hundreds of hearts and purses. Generous contributions
to the fund for the destitute poured in. Individual gifts which amounted to
more than one hundred dollars v;ere contributed. The dancing continued until
the early hours of the morning.

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Liberty Loan Parade an Impressive Demonstration

In a colorful thronr, made up of thirty-seven nationalities, Americans of
German stock v;ere also represented, thou5;h not quite to the extent that the
prorr.oters had hoped and expected. But if the G-erman-speakin^: section of the
parade was not outstanding; in numbers, nor displa^^'ed as much porap and glitter
as did other sections, it must be said, on the other hand, that in its plain
and quiet dignity it was a true reflection of German character, which dis-
likes noisy demonstrations to prove its merit. The contributions this sec-
tion made, in the course of the parade, xvere to call to mind events and facts
closely connected with th3 history of the new homeland, and glorious pages in
the book which records the honors of Gcrman-xjnerica. Each selection symbolized
an important period of .imerican history and was prepared v/ith German thorough-
ness and good taste. The result was a beautiful display from an artistic point
of view. Foliage and color schemes gave a harmonizing and pleasing effect.

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Peter Muehlenberg, pastor of Gerraantown, came to life again in the
first tableau. He was pictured standing in Lis black, gold-lined pulpit
before his enthusiastic congregation, on the memorable occasion when he
delivered a fiery sermon favoring participation in the V/ar of Independence
of 1776. After the speech he throws off his black preacher *s gown and
with the words: **There is a time to pray and there is a time to fight I **
stands before his audience in the uniform of an American colonel. This
float was decorated with the .imerican colors and also carried a silk flag
showing the thirteen stars of the first states in the Union, llr. Fritz
Harder made an ideal Muehlenberg with his tall fif^ure and expressive face.
His congregation, men and women of Germantown, were a picturesque sight in
their colonial costumes.

**For Union — Against Slavery'' was the motto of the second float, with a
group taken from the time of 1861 when German-Z^mericans responded in great
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the abolition of slavery and the preservation of the Union.

by oak leaves, the .-^erican colors, and the old black, red,
of German independence, v/ere Father .-^^brahaiii himself, Carl Schurz, and
j/^eneral Franz/ Sigel, surrounded by young turners, volunteers, xvomen, girls,
and freed negro slaves. The Stars and Stripes as well as the venerable and
bullet-torn old flag of the 1V;enty-?ourth Illinois Volunteer Reginent, which
is kept by the Chicago Turngemeinde v;ere flying from this float. Lincoln
v/as portrayed by lir. Smil rieinrich, Schurz by Lr. Fred itoepenack, and Sigel
by Itlr. Arthur Clausen.

These tv;o displays v;ere followed by a third tableau, called "1918-Ansv;ering
the Call," in which Mrs. Floyd Garvick represented Llinerva, to v;hom an old
man handed all sorts of treasures from a chest, v;hile V/ar-Savings Stamps and
Liberty Bonds were being bough L eagerly and yoxing citizens of Gemian stock
were joining the colors. Tliis float was decollated with the national colors
and with goldenrod. The three floats v;ere arranged and prepared by

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Ahead of the Genaan section marched the drum, fife, and bugle coi^s of the
Social Tumverein, carrying the American flag and a sign which read: "Ameri-
cans of GeiBian origin, for Liberty first, last and forever". Mr. John G.
Blessing, first speaker of the Illinois IHimbezirk, was marshal of the
detachment, and Mr. Adolf G^org, Jr., assisted him as deputy marshal.

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IV The war exposition in Grant Park has been, throughout the fourteen dax'-s
of its existence, the occasion for a continued patriotic demonstration

by the people of Chicago. The closing day, on September 15, has been turned
over to the foreign-speaking department of the committee for Liberty Bonds. No
other group of citizens could so well represent the varied composition of the
American nation, which the war has welded together as no previous incident in
American history ever was able to.

lYe Americans of German origin make up more than one tenth of the total popu-
lation. Our sons and our brothers are fighting gloriously in General
Pershing's army, the organization, vvelfare, and achievements of which are
the subject of this exposition. V/e can demand full recognition of our achieve-
ments. Our unquestioning loyalty, once again confirmed by the sacrifice of

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I G our blood and our substance, as in all othor times in American history,

I C could only be doubted by those who are filled with stupid hate.

Our fellow citizens of other national origins will gladly grant us the
position which we deserve—unless v/e stay away on our o^vn accord* If we do
this, because v/e feel that we are misunderstood, or because we suffered some
injustice during the first period of the war, or for any other reason, we are
missing an opportunity the like of which will never come again, either for us
or for our children. In order to demonstrate that Americans of German origin
are as much a part of the community as anybody else, a representative of the
German nationality will be present on the evening of the fifteenth when the
roll call of nationalities takes place. This representative will unfold a
flag with the old German colors, black, red, and gold, in front of the statue
of liberty in front of Columbia. Simmers of German origin, whose co-operation
has been requested, will also be present.

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I G The Ger an singers must not stav awa\'' fro:.', this occasion, Thov nust
I C not stay away from their fallov; citizens of other nationalities; the^;-
^^ ^^^^^ ^Q represented in as splendid a i:ianner as it the unforgettable

meeting in V/icker Park Hall for v;ar Savings otanps. /js Ivlr. Charles
'./acrier has so fittin^^ly said: .'iniericans of Gor/iian origin have always shown
their loyalty to the countr;^^. Ilobody could doubt it. But tliis knov/ledge
nust not keep ther. av/ay fron raeetings -.vhose purpose is to denionstratG the gen-
eral iijierican patriotisn. Such meatint's of orgaiii::^ations of citizens of German
descent should be attended in numbers worthy of their importance.

Singers of German origin, do not 1st t-iis call go unheedodi If 3^ou respond
to it, ^''ou will not only do your patriotic duty to 3^our country/, but you
v/ill also assist your ovm organizations by allowing the:i to occupy a clearly
defined position in a united nation. You ;vill fulfill your duty to all
your fellov/ citizens of similar origin b^^ heeding their call to be their

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representatives in the cultivation of the noble art of cho3?al singing*
Help to restore full confidence. Come on the evening of September 15
and gather around the s:/mbol of that liberty for the sake of which your
forefathers came to this country. In the presence of ^our fellow citi-
zens of varied origins, testify with the har;:iony of your choruses, that only
by harmonious co-operation of all her elements v;ill this nation rise to the
greatness v/hich she shall and must achieve as your nation and the nation of
your descendants.

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regnrd to gymnastic ende'^vor were excellent.

Convinced that -i women's auxiliary would be of incalculable g^^in, such a
circle v/as organized v/ith eighteen members* Since these times, the auxil-
iary has co-operated in a true rranner alivr-iys to the benefit of the Verein,
and the endeavors have been indeed, the best achievement the Turnverein has
gained.

The Verein in its fifty years of existence has v/on nuinerous prizes and hon-
or diplornas, which are decorating the w^ills of the club rooms, and the place
is not sufficiently large to have even the best diplomas fram^ed. Numerous
laurels of high v lue are well tr.ken care of, and only are to be exhibited
on festive occasions.

The present hall of the Turnverein was erected in the ye^ir 1896.

In regard to intellectu^ 1 activity the society has accomplished much, yet
never has it forgotten the social life.

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THS FOUNDATION OF THS GrJRI.lAN ^!ffIR3. '^^^^ , '

Very prominent representatives of the Gennan people of Chicago, also the
president and members of the **Genaan '^ar Veterans of Chicago**, and the
••Alliance of Veterans of the German Anny'% who are trustees of the relief
funds for needy Chicago participants of the wars of 1864-66 and 1876-77,
are arranging this festival, and the total receipts v/ill go to the relief
fund.

The German people of Chicago are kindly re^^uested not to forget this one
night, on which these men of Bisraark's and Germany's great times and of
whom many are past their eightieth year will be remembered.

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BKILLIALT OUTCOIE OF TlUC GI^RIjIN DAY*

A festival of great importance took place in the Msdinali Temple yesterday, a
celebration v.iiich will form an honorable page in the history of local Germans.
The German Society celebrated its 60 year Jubilee, in conjunction with the
Clerman American national Alliance in a festive I.anner, and the correct supposi-
tion, that the Medinah Temple which crm hold 5,000 people, would not prove large
enough for all the guests who wished to attend the performsince of the allegoric
musical festival play, ••Humanity". An afternoon as well as an evening perfor-
mance were arranged.

After the beautiful voices of the men's chorus died away, Judge M. F. Girten
ascended the stage, and in few words pointed out the importance of the day, and
the special purpose fatherland put in their appearance to participate in the
charitable work of the German society. Je derirjan Americans, among whom I count
myself, have to be clear about the fact tliat to us, as Americans, the welfare
of this country must be close to our hearts, but at the same time v/e should not
forget, that we are of German descent, that it is our duty to honor and respect
our race. As a good American citizen, we c^n remain good Germans; unfortunately,

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the German thought has been put into the background, the European war has shaken
up many Germans, and it leaves the impression, that the Germans are being con-
sidered as old coats, which were not in style any longer. One should with great
pride, admit himself to be a German. Since the outbreak of the war, they have
been inciting against everything that is German, they have even gone so far as
to assert, that, if Karl Schurz would be alive today, he would stand on the other
side, because according to his views, it is Gerrrany that has provoked this bloody
war, from desires of conquest, but none of us will ever believe such accusations,
iwluch already has been done by the Gerns^ns to clear up this distoirtion, so that
today, even if Germany has not yet won the final victory, it has certainly gained
moral victory. The speaker reminded his listeners that Karl Schurz made a speech
on August 12, 1870, in lA^ich he pointed out, referring to the war going on at
that time, that Germany was not capable of any conspiracy, as its enemies would
liave us believe, and that therefore, he is sure tliat Karl Schurz v/ould stand by
our side, today if he were alive. The German people are numerous, more than
six million Germans came to this country, and although not pure and unmixed, this
number has greatly increased through family growth. V/e are not new arrivals, no
hirelings, but we have co-operated in the bloom of this, our new home.

GERMAN

Illinois Staats Zeitung, June 14, 1914.

THE GERMANS OF CHICAGO*

The celebration of the dedication of the Goethe Statue which took place
yesterday with such extraordinary success, has been the result of the gradual
development of German cooperation in the history of Chicago* A great deal
of cultural work has been done by our predecessors* The first settlers,
at the end of the l8th century at the mouth of the Chicago River, were
hunters and trappers in the service of John Jacob Astor of New Tork. The
best support of dapper George Rogers Clark in chasing out the English was
the German Pennsylvanian Captain Helm, whose son was a lieutensmt of the
garrison of Ft* Dearborn which had to be vacated in l8l2* The list of the
gstrrison gives a number of German neones* Blue Island was one of the first
German colonies and the beer industry developed there much sooner than in
Chicago* Michael Brame and Bush moved their breweries later to Chicago*

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Ulinois Staats Zeitung, June 14, V^\^.

The honor of being the first German Ghicagoan goes to the locksmith, Mat-
thias Meyer of Borkenheim near Frankfort » He came to Baltimore in I8259
and six years later to Chicago, where he established himself as a baker*
He died a rich man in I856 leaving six children. One of his daughters
married a Mr. Friederick Mattern in Pasadena, California, a pioneer, who
immigrated in l834« Two years after Chicago was organized as a town, the
German, Clemens C* Stone, a smith and carriage builder, was elected to the
City Councils In l843f Mr* Joseph Llarbach, a farmer, and Karl Sauter, a
shoemaker, were elected to the Council* Mr* Charles ^/esenkraft was made a
policemsm, and Ant* Gehler, a hatmaker, was elected County Treasurer* In
1837 > many Germans left their country on account of political disturbances.
Now a period of agitation followed for Chicago* The Illinois and Michigan
Canal had been completed* The building of railway lines had been planned
and started* The population increased greatly and industrial plants and

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Illinois Staats^'Zeitungt June 14, 1914.

commercial institutions sprang up everywhere. There was plenty of ^^.'ork for
the able German worker. The German element in Chicago became very strong
and soon organized in the interest of culture. Clubs and organizations
for music, song, sport, art, gymnastic were formed and brought their edu-
cational, influence to the rough pioneers, and also social entertainments for
the working classes. During the years 1840 to i860, large German breweries
originated. One of the first was that of Huck and Schneider. Another was
the brewery of Busch and Brand, Peter Schoenhofen, A. Gottfried, Schmidt,
and Glade, and Bartholoman and Roesing. The Germans of Chicago joined
the army during the Civil lYar in great numbers. Eight of the ten army
corps of Illinois were composed of German*Americans, of which two vere
exclusively formed by the Chicago Turners. Later we had the Illinois
Volunteer Corps, which was also formed by Germans. Both regiments parti-
cipated with great distinction in a number of battles, and many soldiers

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died for their adopted country. Also, in the English-American cavalry
regiments were many Germans. On account of their services in the Civil
War and their influence in the election of Lincoln their importance in the
national political life of America grew imnienely. After the finish of
the war, much work had to be done. Like Hesing, Iwr. Gustav Fischer was
elected in l868 as Sheriff. General Edward Salomon and later I* F. Gindele
became chancellor of the Superior Court. Federal tax collector, George
Schneider, who after serving the period of his office, founded the
National Bank of Illinois, was succeeded by Hermann Raster and later by
the German jurist, Edmund Jenssen.

Theodor Schintz, elected to the Git}^ Council in l867 was deputy mayor in
1896. At the same time the following Germans sat on the school board:

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Illinois Staats*Zeitung:> June 14, 1914 •

Julius Rosenthal, Ernst Prufung, Dr. Ernst Schmidt, J. Rosenberg, and
others. Michael Brandt, ^rno Voss, Loreiitz Brent ano, and Caspar Butz were
members of the legislature. Dr. ^ilhelm V/agner and Benjamin L. Cleaves
acted as coroners* The latter became sheriff after Fischer's abdication.
An outstanding event was the German song festival in l868 and the Turner
federation in the following year. The German theater in Chicago started
very early. In the fifties it was the German men's song-chorus, who
regularly gave theatrical performances. In 1856 the German House was opened
and gave as their first Suiday performance, **Kabale and Liebe" by Schiller.
During the Civil V/ar interest in the theater lessened. In I872, Louis
Vindt opened a theater season in the Vorwaerts Turner Hall. During
1874-1875 Director i/inster gave performances in the Aurora Turner Hall and
also appefiired with great success in the Chicago Turner Hall. Emil Koechster
took over the management in I88O-8I. Some of the leading stars were Friedrich

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Illinois 3taat3*^eitun5^, June 14, 1914 •

Haase, and the unforgettable Pepi Gallraeyer, During the season of I882-83
tVurster, Georg Isenstein, and Julius Oollraer cooperated in the production,
of German plays in Chicago» St* Louis and Milwaukee* In iBS? Director
Selig, Richard Jelb, emd iViarhsner were united for the same purpose* Germans
have been the pioneers of ciusic and song, and a list of prominent promoters
can be quoted. The German churches have been prominent in the development
of German science and culture in Chicago* German pastors have conducted
and managed their affairs* German schools have been formed* The German
element grew by leaps and bounds and played an important part in the public
life of Chicago* Thus it came about that the Germans in Chicago, united by
their various clubs and associations are glorifying their national heroes
in literature, and in all other fields by dedicating to them a memorial in
their new adopted country*

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THE C-ilCTSTATTERS NATIONAL EESTITAL

The national festival of the Schwaben Society, coimienced yesterday
under the most favorable weather conditions, at the beautiful Brand
lark. This spacious amusement pixrk was crov/ded v/ith thousands of
pleasure-loving persons, e^ch induling and taking his full share of
enjoyment v;hich penetrated the ether....

But the excellent refreshment^; and good food v/hich are offered at
every Schwaben ente 'tainment v/ere ho'vvever not the chief attraction.
Dramatic performances of appropri^-^to character heightened the spirit
of those present, and in addition, several of our singing societies,
added their song to the success of the first day of the festival.

The afternoon porformance ^'The Goose Girl" v;as intended for young
people; the evening presentation v/.g "Bear okinner" (or tough Guy),
the text of which v/as written by llr. Julius Sciunidt, v;ell'»knovm

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author. Because of these and many of his other v;orks of similar
character in dialectical forri, he i.iust be considered the outstanding
conteiiiporar:/ of that type of writing, Mrs. Minna Schmidt, the wife
of the author, rehearsed the plays, earning the plaudits of the public.
Iv-ore tlian 100 persons have participated in t'.ese presentations, each
one delivering his or her part to the fullest satisfaction; but those
who enacted the principle roles, v;ere exceptionally good.....

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ABEinjPOST. Sentrrn"ber 26th. lyiO.

TJae German Day,
A Magnificent, Hu^e Celobr^ition r^t the Coliaenm.

More tnan 3000 Gerrauns p.^rticiD-iterl In tne celebration of the G'^^rrnnn T)py wnich hpd
"been r^rmn^ed "by tne Cnicgo branch of the G<^rrr.fm-Amprlcr^n TTr'tionnl Le/^^f^ie, The
majority of visitors arrived "before 3 P«I»*. to trke o«'irt in the first r>prt o'^ the
progr^Jin. For the second nnrt ndditionnl crowris incre/^sed the mimber of f;:i2e8tR.

Dr. C. H, Hex-mer of Phil^^delnhin , the fo^inder nnd orpsident of the Germnn-ATnericnn
national League nnd Mr. A. Timra, Secretary of the Lea,ppip, hrvlng been invited as
^ests of honors, were oros^^nt.

The musical nnrt of the nrogr-jm wos ushered in by the Bnchrnann' s Orchestrf^ nlaying
v/ith Dowerful, sonorous tones Rich.-ird V/n£:ner's ("Kaisermarsch") March of tne EmDeror,

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The audience reacted with thunderous ar>r>lause. Next followed the "Jubilee Overture"
by C. M. V» Weber. This T)iece was not less ef-^ective and contributed largely to the
exulting festival mood. A special tjrologue, comoosed for this festival, and des-
cribing the prestige and the power of the German element in the United States, was
given by Mrs. Minna Schmidt,

Judge M. F. Girten, the president of the local branch of the National League, gave a
brief address to exolain the importance of the occasion. He introduced himself as
a native reT)resentative of the German element of the T)eoT)le and exhorted his listeners
not only to hold fast to the rich inheritage of tr.eir race, but to -oreserve it in
its vigorous individuality for tneir descendants, in st>ite of all opiDOsing T)owers»
The speaker finished with these words: "They( the other nationalities) must get to
know us. We are descendants of a noble iDeople, a people of thinkers and poets and
we must live up to our German inheritage^ May we preserve the traditions and
principles of true family life, the high regard for German training based on dignity

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ABjJ^mPOST. Ser)t€rr;oer 26th, I9IO.

£ind authority. May v;e not forget the Gerriian song fyiC- «:r..i?ic, nor tiie ceioth of the
emotional life. V/e will hold in high esteem our vigorous and. intimate G<==rman Lang-aage.
No other Langriage is equal to her werlth of treasures; no other, so fervent, so rich,
so vigorous, so "beautiful! Because we possess such a grer.t inheritance, we Tiist do
our "best to cultivate German ideals and enthusiasm for the arts and sciences and to
suTDport them. Our duty is not done "by mf^rely celebrating a da;: like this. Let 'is
support our Grrman presses, our German schools, our German the.^tprs and our German
churches, hecruse we need one anothpr. We will celehn te together this German Day
Tith music, songs, g;/nn?stics, with descency tnd cheer-fulness, free and openhearted,
in a geniune German way,"

The audience exT)rpssed their appreciation and consent with enthusiastic aPT)lause,
The United Men's Choir under tne competent direction of tneir aole leader, Mr.
Ehrhorn, sang two well-knov/n songs: (Schaef er' s Sonntagslied) "The Sher)herds Sunday
Song" by Kreutzer, and (Der Lindenhaura) "The Lindentree" by Schubert^

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ABSinPPCST, Se-otP-D-r 26th. I9IO.

A section of tne rrtnletjc cIijIds cierr^onstr-ted t::eir skill in gymnastics, wnich tney
nad obtained "by practice. Tne orchestra now olayed tnree mmbr^rs: "Prelude to Ave
Maria" "by Bach, "The heavens declared the Glory of tne Lord", t: ken ^rom Haydn's
Crrntion, and "At th' Ccerm" by Schuhert. A tnunderous aoT)lause followed these
"brilliant performances...

The prf^siclent of the lea^ae, Kr. Eexarer, 77as introduced as the sr>eaker for the
occasion. The audi' nee listened witn great int-^rost rnri intprniT)ted him frequently
hy apDlause.

"It is indeed a rare oriviledge to snerik as the representative of two million member
of tne G-err.an-AmrricrJi National Le^^-je, as well as to extend their sincerest re-
gards to such a magnificent gntnering."

"Permit me to-day to spCc-ik T^rimarily of the historic imiDorta

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Americans; liut since v;e are unjustly accused, in O' rticul^'ir in Cnir-go, of "being the
defenders of "breweries, sr^l^ons and similar interests, I will "briefly explain our
attitude anci. standr>oint; alt^'Ou^h this matter plays no inrjort^.nt role in the en-
d'^^^avors ajid aims of the lea^ie,"

"As patriotic citizen of our country we do not take a hark seat to any one; either
in matters of temperance or r?al nodrration, nor in r.attrrs concrrning the nurity
and «acredne«s of the home and fajnily. ?;e also defend the dignity and order of the
state, "but we OT)r)ose with all out r^ower the making of such laws, which destroy our
rights t^ personal freedom. We ?tand united for the protection of such rights."

"Cne of the wisest regulation of our for'bears is the separation of church ajid state.
We deeply regret the irre8ponsi"tle agitation o:^ certain ecclesiastic organizations in
the realm of r>olitics. We "believe in having txie rif;ht to live our life in a way
which will Dlear;e us the most. Are we not free humrm "beings and are we not raem'bers
of a free and sovereign p'^ODle?"

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V/e consider it our Dersonr^l rifht to drink our wine or "beer, just as we feel f i\ ^ to
"ourchcse any kind of food% Tne divine rir-'it of ef.cri individurl, to ch'-^se for him-
self what he considers best, should not "be sacrificed to "baseless ar^Drehensions,
nor to that fanaticism, wiaich considers drinl<:irig a criri©,

"Kever will we ^ern^it ourselves to "become excessive in eating and drinking, llor do we
neglect our duties as citizens, We consider -nronilsition an ^nfringenrnt of our rights
as men ciJiO. citizens and of the -oersonal liberty of all oror)le. We Americ/ms of G-erman
hirth and descent T)i-ctest against nrohihition, "beer use it violates one of the "basic
principles of justice. Tiiese T)rincir)les mi3st "be sacred to ev-^ry true individual."

Wnat is in drjiger?* Let us not he blind to the fact that trie divine right of. T)ersonal
liberty is in danger. Herbert Soencer the TDhilosor)her defines this ri^-ht in the
following words, 'Every man is free to do whi^t he nleases, as long as he does not
violate tne sajne right of all the othfrs.' Let us hor>e tnat the ST)irit o"^ freedom
and trie American sense of "f^ir T^lay" will soon vvornce a reaction against this

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GERIIAF

wove of fanaticism, threatening our country. May no fiirtner laws be enforced, which
V70ulc 8uoT)ress the individual liberty of an intelligent minorityl The spirit of the
present age is 0DT)0sed to intolerance. Every lover of Rf^ioublicnn institutions r^nd
every one familiar witn tr.e history of men will agree that intolerance is out of
drrte. We iirast p11 beware of the influence that is emanating from the hysteric DroiDag-
anda of fanaticism. In reality and tnjth we are the st'-md'ard-bearers of Order and
true raoderati'^n. It is our motto to be sanely moderate in all things.

"If I were requested to mention the cnaract^^ristics of the AmericaJi citizen of
German blcod so would I renlyj "The German-American is industrious, moderate, thrifty,
resoectable, loyal, honest anc^ thorough in nublic aji^l Torivate life, a^nd -oossesses a
strong individuality."

"Emerson remarks strikingly," Every man is a citation from the life of his ancestors. "

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The ^erinan-Americ;^).n can be justly oroud of his ancestors; he descends from a "oowerful
rf:ce. This rr.ce defeated the Hompns anc! d stroyed ancient Kin^-:doms. It sat UDon the
throne of the Caesars for rentviries; it explored the farthest ends of the tnen known

v/orld. Out of this G-^rnanic race cc:jr.e the two tribes which were ordained "by pro-
vidence, to constitute the nucleus of the British enoire,

Germans gave to the v^orld the art of printinf:. They -nroduced Kant, Fichte, Schlegel,
Schelling, Shopenhauer; men who dedicated their lives to the most fiifficult and ab-
str^rct problems of human existence and infused into the world by means of their
marvelous intellectual accomnlishments- The German T)hilosoT>hy- the s^^irit of the new
age. The Germans produced a Bach, Haydn, Mozcrt, Beethoven and the '^haJcespeare of
musical dramas, Richard Wag-ner. Germany also produced a Lessing, Schiller, Go' the.
She emanci'or-.ted youth from scholastic sh.^^ckles in giving hrr modern t)edagogy«
She is still adding to the great treasures the results of her extensive researches
and tireless experimentations and the most astounding triun"ohs of modcern science in
chemistry, pathology, Dhysics, etc.

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A3Z>IDP0ST, September 26th, I9IO.

"It has "been often oointed out, thrt Ger^f-na hrtve visited America "before the first
si:iccessful colonizs'.tion, which took Dlac© October 6th, I683 -t Philadel-ohia. Germa.n
colonization is, as r rale, dated fron tiv^t "ooint on. However, Thytker came with
the vikings centuries "before Columbus. At Port Royal, So. Carolina a settlement
took place in the year I562, which did not succeed. Ivlany Oermans came w'th the
Swedes, Dutch and English, as for instance J. Led^rer, whose interesting de5criT)tions
of his explorations from Maryland to Florida in I672 was published in London."

"Since we have a der>endable Census, we know, that Germroiy ha^ furnished about 30 "^
of our so-called "foreign r^ooulation" , -and England, incltieit^# Wales, about 11 i only.
To comprehend to some extent the situation in some of tl.e culonies, pjs for instance
Pennsylvania, I quote the state Governor, Mr. Thomas, who wrote in 17^8 as follows:
"The Germans in this state comprise about '^./5 of the T)OT)ulation. They were the chief
insti-uments in the development of the state to the T)resent t)ros"nerous condition,
because of their industry and moderation."

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A3:-.:^DP0ST, SeptemlDer 26th, 1910.

"The Germans have always possessed and manifested a sane pmo prpctical common sense,
and have always "b-'en fair in the recoj^nition of the ri-^.ts of others. At the time
when the Puriti ns of Kew Engl:-^nd rr^streated the iinfortimate Q^pkers, falling into
their hands, and"burnt witc.ies", "^he first successful Gen'^nn colony at Germantown
entered a "orotest in l638 a^-fiinst sl^v^ry— -the first of all such -orotest on record."

" The first German paper factory was established in lG90 by W, Rittenhouse, This soon
developed into r lar^re publishing center. Before the American revolution the Germans
in the state of Per^nsylvt^nia r)0ssessed more printing "Dresses and -oublished more boo>s
than all New England combined. It was Pastorius, a German, who comT>osGd the first
school-book, and it wr;s a German, Oh. Sr-«ur, who "orinted the first -B i^le in America in
an European Ir-nguage. " Tne German convent "Ephrata" had its own orinting press,
paper factory, and Bindery in 17^3i ^-^d in 17^9 ^^ ^^^ ^^-^ largest printing anci
publishing concern in the American colonies. Shortly be-f^ore the R^-volutionary War
there were ten German Newspapers T)ublished in Per^sylvania r.nd only eight in

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ABEiIDPOST, ^enteiul>-r 26th, 1110.

Fn-i^'lish. The scriDture was printed irx Crenr.cin thre^ times and the New Testament seven

times in the United States, before "being once -printed in English.

"The Germans have alv/ays heen ready and willing to defend their Isnd, The 'Eoynl
American Regiment^ , which came into existence "by parliamentary commpjid, consisted for
the ir.ost part of Grermans, inclusive the officers. This regiment fought against
the Indians, as they overran the colonies in 1756. #. Again it was a German, N. Herch-
heimer and his German troops, wnich were fighting at tne front against the Indians,
as the latter overran the Mohawk valley and threatened the City of New York."
The German-Moravian missionary, 7, Post it was, who succeeded t-: win for our side
the Indian Chiefs near Fort DuQuesne by his eloquent ST)eeches and tnis harDpened at
a most critical moment of our colonial history.

"The German colonists never hesitated to fight for the cause of li'oerty, when the
storm "broke lo-^ se and the revolution followed, Somehody made the statement recently
that the influential German population of Philadelphia orga. ir.ed an association in

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ABaiDPGST. SeotenilDer 26th, I9IO.

1772 already, which was called "The Patr^.^tic Society of the City and County of
Philadelphia." The r)urT)Ose of this organ izr.ti on wps to sur)port the opposition in
the colonies against British authority. V/hen G-reat Britian threatened to close the
harhor of Boston, oecause of the tea-affair, tne Germans in Philadelphia called a
meeting to discuss this matter. They ar)T)oi^ted a Committee of Dorresr)ondence whose
duty it was to get in touch with Germ^ins in other colonies, r^nd to encourage them
to prepare for the coming Inevitable conflict. To the r^rovincial meeting, held in
the same year, Geni^ans from Pennsylvr>nia cr.me for the r.ost Toart. Even more numerous
they attended tne convention in January, 1775* Being invited in their intentions,
they insisted at ev^iry opT)ortunity upon separation from the "rother-country" , which
to them was no mothnr country. Since they were no hlood-relation of the English
colonists, they dici not hesitate to show a bold front toward their English masters.
Later tne Correspondence-Committee issued a pajfiphlet in which was stated: "The G-ermaJS
in Pennsylvania have observed with satisfaction thnt the pBople accer^ted unanimously
the resolutions of Congress, regardless of race, religion, nationality or social

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st^.ncUng. The "^-^rmans in -orrticiilr.r hr-ve La.?de T)repr rr.tionsr for war c^ijid formed new
military organizations, which in Oijse of war can "be used wherever they are needed.
These Germans, howe- er, wno can not "bear weat)ons for any reason wiiatever, are ex-
pected, to do what they c^ji for this "or-triotic c^iuse.

"All tnis happened iDefore the war started. At the ontl^reak of the war the Gennans
were the first to defend their country sat. the Ip.st ones in L'^ying down their
weapons at the end of tne conflict. In his H: story of Revolution" Bancroft S'V^»
"Tne Gerr.ans nf Pen-sylvrnia were to he found on the side of liberty.''

At the "bef-innin^ of 1775 ^^"^^ Germans organized arnied troops to suT)-oort congress.
The Gernr^n Society and the German Churcnes issued ar)peals to resist with the force
of arins» German Clubs and Societies started to trsin soldiers. .. .a Patriotic drama
took place at Woo'stock, Va. , where a young Gr^rman minister, P. G. Muhlenherg, ex-
chimged his pulpit f ^r a sword rnd becar.e Colonel of a German regiment. Because of
his courage he advanced raoidly and finally hecame Major-Gene ral of the American

Pa.^e lU.

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army. (His monument adorns the Hall of Fr.me at the cc;r>ital city of the motion.) If
we mention actions of hrav^^ry "by Americojis, then we must not forget the ma^ificent
"battl- s fought by Germans under Colonel Nicolaus Herchheimer against the Britons
and Tories at Oriskany, N. Y,

T:ie first "battalion of New Y?rk consisted mostly of Germans, and Baron Weissenfels,
a German, was commander of other troops from New York...

"Sacred to every American is that -oarcel of s^^il, viiere the nohle German Baron De
Kail) shed his "blood for our liberty. A grateful people can never forget the great
service of Baroi xron Steubtn. Under Freaerick, the Great, he was tr3ne:d in the skill
of viir and became the training ma.ster and general inspector of the American Army.
H'^^ was called "^Washington's right hand."

"D-aring the winter of I776 the army of Washington was reduced to 3OOO men.

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In this terrible condition W&s.iington considered retreating "brck of the Alleghenies,
but in the most critical moment nis discouraged soldiers received reinforcement of
15000 recruits • This made it possible for '"ashington to win the battles at Trenton
and Princeton. U"oon the nr-iges ^f our history the fact shoulr be engraved with
letters of gold, that ev^ry one of these men came from Pennsylv?iniaf where nearly
everybody is German ^r jf German descent,

"When iiYasxiington' s arny was hungering and starving and $100,000 had to be borrowed
to T)urchase provisions, again it were nine Germans who gr^ve security for t:iis loa^n-
a large sum "n those days. It wps a r)oor German baker, who contributed 200 lbs
(sterling), while others debated negatively about the resolution to collect money
publicly for the ^urch^se of munition."

"During the year 17^7 the conventions were held which resrilted in forming the

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constitution-so profoundly important in our his^tory. Mr. F. A. Muehlen'berg, a G-prnrn,
p.n6. a "brother of the General Wc^s elected -oresident of the convention of Penr f?ylvania«
Lr.ter he becajne the "s"oerJ!<er" of the first and third Congress, and due to his vote
on April 29th, 179^, the acce-otance of "Jay's Treuty^ was decided. For this action
noral courage was necessary, becr.use he thereby exposed himself to the hate of the
masses. Although the acceptance of the constitution was of vital imr)ortance to our
existence as a nation. There prevailed serious doubts whether it would or would not
be finally accepted* Again they were Germ^jn-Americrns, who follovring their sound
judgment, made a powerful srmeal for immediate ratifications,"

"Germans in grert nuT.bers fought in the front lines and defended their adopted country
in the v/ars of 1312 and I'^^-G. Already in l6SS the G'^rmnns 7')rot'"sted r'gainst the crir.e
of slavery, pnd it was therefore quite naturally that they accented more than their
share in the struggle for freedom arj^ abolition of slavery at the outbreak f the
Civil W.nr. Thoiisands of Germans sacrificed their life to keep cu/ national barrier

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High and intact b.nd to keery the st.-^rs and strides waving 'Over the land of the free
and tne home of the brave.'

"It is a well-known fact that the Germans were resryonsible for winning the State of
Missouri for tne Union. Bnt only a few know, how to aryr^reciate the -^act that G-^-^-r-
mans enlisted enthusiastically for our national defense during the "bloody Civil
War o"^ IS6I-IS65. In the armies of the North 200,000 ':^f them T>articiT>ated in the
fighting. The first volunteers coming to the rescue of the nrtion during its
darkest moments, when Fort Sumter was lost to the Confederates pjid the hearts of
hrave men shuddered, were 53^ '^-^^ from German regions in Pennsylvania.

"However, the greatest triumt)hs the German settlers were seeking and also schievedf
were Dgaceful endeavors. Tney took ut) weaoons only vrhen it was necessary for
defense, hut not in Tcist of "blood.

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Their fields "blossomed as a rose ancl their frrms were called the "G-arden Sr)ots" of
the country. Ir_ every c'^partment of human enr!e?vor are the res^jilts of their
knowledge r.nd their fnll dpvotion to their work recognizaT^le.

"Germans constructed the first wipter-^'orks of our country, the first smelting
furnaces, textile and glass factories. The^/" "built the fir?t "oa.-oer frctory and
chemical w-)rks; they made tne first "oia-nos, watcnes and astronomical instruments,
etc."

Tne Brookljm Bridge, the ^igath wonder of the world, was "built "by a German, John
Roe"blinr. The great Nevada tunnel was designed and "built "by a GermaJi engineer,
Adolf Sutro.

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ABanPOST, Se -temper 2bth, 1910,

"SerTnen influence has "been decisive in our educrtional systems, oeginninc" with the
"Kindergr-^.rden" up to our universities. Even the name ■University", if. used in the
German sense p^n'^.- not in the En«r.lish, The German-American teachers look back UT)on a
glorious T)ast." Let me remind yoi; of ;,ne great "oioneer, Pastorius, v/::o in I633 -
taught German, English, Spanish, French, Greek anr Latin. "

The first work ahout "oedagogic, which was published in Arrierica in 1770, was written
"by the German, Chr. Dock,

"The Germans organized Sunday- scnools anr^ printed Sunday-scho-^l cards thirty six
years before they were introduced in England by R. Raikes, who is usually considered
as being the originator. It is conceded by many that Germany has been a "mother-
country" for us intellectually."

"7r-ry few seem to understand, to what extent tne influence of old German customs

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have "b^en felt in our daily life and how iin-oortnnt this has h^en f^r trxe cultural
development of o\ir r)eor)le. We may mention in this connection two of our most
"beautiful festivals, Christmas and I!aster..."

"Some writers have accused the G^^rman-Americr ns th:..t tueir inactivity in -politics is
due to their incom-netence and i{^norance in re^^ard to tnese m-tt'^^rs. Hov/ev^r, it is
not difficult to explain tnis. First -of all, it is the strange language, which he
must learn, T:ien it is his honesty and love for o^^rsonal liberty tlv-'t make it al-
most imDOssihle for nim, to suhmit to a strict control of bx^ political "oarty and
ohey their "oolitical "bosses, irrespective of other consideration. There again, a,lmost
without excer)tion he masters a. trade or profession; he is nacturally thrifty,
economical and industrial. It is therefore no advantage for him to join the
"practical politicians" and to follow in their somev/hat uncertain paths."

The very reasons, which prevented him accepting hrilliant role

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life, are exerting a. oerefici^l influence in rccneral. A careful, conservative, and
independent constituency has "been recruited from the ranks o:^ the Germans, The
Gerr.ans desire a loyal, just and "oatriotic A^ovt^rmr^ent for the T3eoT)le a.nd "by the
people. Hi can not "be houfjit hy axiir T^olitical prtrty, whatever the consequences may
"be.

"It is our duty as patriotic Americans to preserve and cultivate those lofty trad-
itions, which have cone to us from our ancestors,"

"What Greece was for Rome, that has Germsny "been for our "beloved country v/ith only I
one exception in our favor and that is: the German "brought v;ith his culture, a clean
and ha^py homelife, honesty an^ sur>erior moral laws,"

Great indeed are our opportunities to "be inspired "by what our ancestors have done
ond to do follow their steps in this country where freedom reigns and the hanner of
liberty waves over us."

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GEHLUtN

A nost iDrillisnt imprnssion r.ade thf^ recitvls of the chilc'ren's choirs. They s-^rig
under tne clir^ ction of G. Katzenherger the folloTing: "Deutschland, Deutschland ut^v
alles" (Over all is Germany), "Viuttcrsprache" ('.'other Lan^^iage) , "Stimmtrn nit hellem
hoheu Klong*' (Sing with a clecT and lofty tone), p.n6 "Fy Co^.'ntry, His of Thee^* •
"Lohengren Phantasis" was magnificently rend' red "by the 3allmann's Orchestra, One
more recital "by the Men* s Choirs brought to a clore the first "oart of the Torogram.
The second part of the pro>c^r;?jn furnished excellent musical enjoyment. Ballmann' s
Orchestra comm-nced with two comr>ositions "by V/rgner: The brilliant "orelude to
"Haistersingeru^* , r>nd.. the"Tannhaeuser Overture", The followed recit^^ls of songs by
the Katzenberger* s Woman* s Choirs: "Mutterseelenallein" (Alone like a ivlother* s Soul) ,
and "Das, Panier der Freude" (The Banner of Joy). The United singers of Chicago"
tendered two excellent numbers. Active gymn'-.ttics displryed ^^arvelous accomplishments.
Towards the close of the evenings t)rograin sr)ecially selected musical pieces offered

a splendid variety: "Scenes from great oneras" and "Light Cavalrv." '

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Y/ith thundering; tones T)ec'^led forth four Gernpin wr.r msrches. Severrl national f^nd
por)ular songs were T)l?,yed; rlso a German anc' an American w^^tch -opr^de. The
festival closed officially hy sin^n^; " The Watch On The -hine" and "St^r
Spangled Banner."

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i\N .a^PE/LL TO THE aER}lil^:-.JiERIG.kNS

The '^Qerman Day", is approaching and v;e appeal again to the Germans of
Chicugo to take part in this hu^e celebration and to idve expression to the
Spirit of German humor and enjoyments before the people of Chicago. V^e will
prove to our persistent adversaries that v;e also honor the day of rest, yet
not as they, the bicots, would like to have us do, but accordinc^ to real
German manners and customs. To elevating and ii. struct ive entertainments and
mental as well as physical recreations the German Day will be devoted. German
songs, German music, Gerraan /ithletics and German speeches will be the order of
the day. Many important and powerful pioneers of Germanism in America v/ill be
present. The President of the German- American National League will be the

official speaker. No man or woman of German descent v;ho are proud of their
ancestry, should neglect the opportunity to listen to the brilliant oratory of
our leader and to heed to his exhortations.

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celebration. Prove that you are v^orthy of your ancestiy! ..e will have reasons
to be proud of the •^German Day»' if a happy and decent crov/d is assembled at
the Coliseum on Sunday, September 25,

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"Saxonia" Celebrates 30th Annual Feast

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The Club "Saxonia" celebrftted yesterday 3t the Northsidr Athletic Hall their
great festival in commeiaoration of its 3^) years existence and to dedicate two new
flags. Among the large gatherin Tzere P.^0 guests fror. other cities. Con^^ratulations
came from many t)laces, even from Germany and Switzerland, wherever Saxonian Clubs
existed. The "presentation 0 ' colors" took r)lace in the midst of a excellent conc^^rt
program. A nuT.ber of orcnestras, song clubs. Men's Choirs, etc. gave splendid per-
forma.nces and after each one a thundering ap'olause greeted them.

The ceremony itself was intrtriuced with the song,"Tnis is the oay of the Lord."
The officia.l speech was rend'' red by the President of the Club, Mr. H. H. Gentsch,
with eloquent words he explained the meaning and imoortance of this act to the
attentive listening crowd. Then he acceioted from two young ladies the two beautiful
new flags, one a saxonian an-'- tne other an American....

After thp cerem.ony and the concert all en.ioyed a very sociable evening and dancing
until late into the night .

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The whole affair was well arranged and carried o\it with Saxonian sociahleness.

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Cele"bration of tne German Day.

The Directors of the German-American National League has requested the coopera-
tion of the Ladies and Children's Choirs for the celo'bration of German Day, They
will- gladly contribute their share to r.ake this celebration piXi outstanding success
and to demonstrate that they are of German descent. Rehearsals of songs have
already started in some classes. Booklets containing the songs for rehearsals are
sent free to all teachers and parents ut)on request.

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About 25tOOO persons went to Brand's Pai^ yesterday to participate in the cele-
bration of the Swabian 33^^ Cannstatter national festival. This is proof, that the
most excellent of all national festivals has not lost its power of attraction.

A Swabian could not forgive himself to neglect this great feast. It reminds
him, more than anything else, of his beautiful homeland. Friends and acquaint-
ances meet again, who perhaps otherwise have no opoortianity. lere they renev/ their
friendship. The •* South-German" is certain to meet some of his country folks, and
the ••North-German" can always amuse himself brilliantly among them. In the large
and shady park prevails nothing but cheerfulness and happiness. Everywhere one
sees people dolled up for the occasion; everywhere one hears loud laughter. Glee
Clubs rendered some of their best numbers. A music band played all variety of
dances, which fascinated yoimg and old. Children shouted; others enjoyed the im-
ported German wine. ^^

Next to beer s\nd wine it was the theater performa,nces, that attracted most
attention. During'^the afternoon the children played, "The feast of the troins",
and evenings adults played; "The brave Taylor".

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All this exhausted, by no means the many things of interest. There was the
"Punch and Judy* Show, aittusing the children in particular. A group of acrobats
presented the most astounding performances. There was a beautiful dance hall,
well-prepared meals and. refreshments and many were the entertainments and games.
The festival will continue today and will be finished next Sunday.

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Tlie different Hessian dubs of Chicago held their anntial national festival yester-
day at the Sxcelsior Park* Not only was there bowling for prizes, danciog,
games for children, and other general entertainments, but there was also a Hessian
sausage-kitchen l|i operation, and Hessian wine from vines grown on the hills of
Hessia, could he obtained.

!I!oward evening an address was given by the president of the committee, Mr« M«Eehle
His speech was well received. He praised the \inity of the Hessians, implored
mother to cultivate in the children the love for the Grerman language and customs.
He stated that the Hessian clubs are endeavoring to assist their members in sickness
and need, and to take care of widows and orphans.

Several men^s choirs were present to contribute to the enjoyment of the day by
their beautiful songs. It was a festival to everybody's liking*

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German-American National League

The directors of the "German** -American National League held a special session
last night. The celebration of the "German Day", which is to be held at the
Coliseum on September 25f was the chief topic. Next Wednesday will be another
special meeting of the directors, all of them are notified to attends

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Tlliil FIFTEI .ilI!Tr\n23S.^RY 07 TKii UKIOLiD iUJJOCIxiTIuK .-^

Yesterday, at the large Bohemian Tumhall, near 18th Jtreet and Ashlajnd i
x;.venue, >the i^bove association held its annual meetings The Hall has been
decorated profusely for the occL.sion»

The attendance v/as splendid and all proceedings functioned smoothly and
harmoniously. A small, srl^nditi orchestra imder the electrifying leadership
of Ivlr. Ballmann did its share and formed a part of the program. During the
past year of the strength of the United .-association was considerably in-
creased, by the addition of 52 clubs, and at present it consists of 684
Clubs of various Nationalities, as follows:-

German

363 Clubs 539 Delegates

Bohemian

189 " 302 '*

Polish

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Italian

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Norwegian

Belgian

Scandinavian

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An Ex^Joyable Evening.

The Committee which arranged the mentally exhilarating evening for the
Chicago Turngemeinde (Gymnastic Club Association) at the North-side Turnhall
eairned especial gratitude. It was a fortunate thought » to obtain Mr.Franz
Kirchner, that excellent actor of Bonvivant parts of the Milwaukee Pabst
theater. Rarely have we obtained such ample measure of genuine artistic en-
joyment, and mental stimulation. Mr.Kirchner selected a generous amount of
unknown amd little known poems from remote periods as well as the present era,
for his declamations. The old master Goethe's "Dance of the Dead* was reserved
for the opening; poems of a serious nature like '•Johann Sebastian Bach, by
Arthur Pitger, "The blind girl and the deafmute" by Johann Ambrosius, "To his
Hi^mess", a letter from a mother, by von R.Presber, followed. The recitation
of this soul-stirring poem was a true masterpiece. His vivid capacity of ex-
pression, the genuine sentiments which support his rhetoric, more than replace
what his vocal organs lack in sonorousnese.

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The Song Section Herder,
a "brr.nch of the Lrsonic Lodge "by the srme nrme, held p. c?-rniv 1 neeting at Hoeroer' s
HmII, Blue Islrnd Aven"ue» It ms p real "clownish" meeting, v/here humor held the
scepter and all present showed tne most jovial snirit. The Chief-fool, Iv'r. K^.rl
Boehler ot)ened the meeting with a mirth -orovokiif* address. This was followed "by
thct comic.^.i )3rformance "The Double" , A. Fillies nnr'^ five others -nresented it,
Mr. and Krs. A. Rose, sang the duet: "The Jealous Chef".

After that the presentation of the song-t)lry : "A Wrlz "Hream" ,
given "by I,-r. rmd I'rs. T^ysow and a h?lf dozen irore. During the 'nterim, several
monolo£n7es were recited '♦^or tne edification of the r^ublic. Finrlly the fiance.
Arrangements during trie festivities rere mrtnr-ged by I.'r. G. Schaetz and"" four
assistants, A iram'ber of niemhers of the Harugrri ^nd tne Concordia Male Ch6rus
vere V/elcome g^ief*ts.

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Song Circle Vorwaertd (Forward)

Last Night's Masquerade Proceeded Splent^idly.

Last night, the Lieder Tafel (Song circle) Forward held its arnual masq-uerade with
custor^ary, TDrilliant success. Aniir^ated "by the genuine carnival spirit countless masks,
Dart of then gorgeously cost^imed^nd M disked grouTDs amused themselves, leaving life's
daily vicissitudes "behind them. Among tne groups, those composed of the ladies and
gentlemen of the Rheinischen Ver'^ins (River Rhine Clut) and the Zwiehel-Orchester
(Onion Orchestra), the l?^tter by merahers of tiie song '-ircle Forirard, loroved most
prominent. The grand march, led "by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kellermann, in the role of
prince and lorincess was accomr)nnied "by showers of confetti and made a most colorful
Picture. Tne entire arrangement produced one of those festivities, which this Cluh
knows so well to prepare, t^nct the T3articir»nnts experienced a most Joyful evening
which they are not likely to forget.

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AbendpoBt. October h. I909. i';V<}l;;5

RESULT OF THE GERMAN DAY.

The Ger man-Americans of Chicago celebrated •^German Day" yesterday. It was
an incomparable, marvelous demonstration, hut the outward success is of
little importance. It is nothing astonishing when a total of 500fOOO
Germans in Chicago arrange a huge parade and crowd the coliseum, although
it may have been an imDOsing sight to the numerically calculating Americans.
However, the inner success can not be too highly a'O'oreciated, It can be
said that for the first time the Germanic race ^^nno^nced openly with a proud
self- awareness that they are determined to assert themselves and their rights
in this country under all circumstances. All differences in religion,
social standing, etc. disappeared. All who speak the German language in
Chicago, Immigrants or natives, Germans from the Reich, from Austria-
Hungaria, from Saxonia, from Switzerland and elsewhere- all united in de-
claring: We are aware 6f our worth and merit. We will stand up for our
position and our rights, and will defend the same.

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GERMiN

The speaker of the occasion likewise expressed the sentiment, inihich prevailed
among the audience of German- Americans, in a most appropriate and powerful
manner.

Without denying the good qualities of the Anglo-Americans, he gave them
plainly to understand that they will not he permitted to force their opinions
upon all other parts of the American people. The rrermans do not want to or-
ganize a State within a State; neither are they willing to he deprived of
their outstanding characteristics. They csn not he surpassed in their
loyality to the democratic form of government, nor in their self-sacrifices
toward their new fatherland. They can not recognize it as their duty
to throw into the great melting pot their particular mental and emotional
dispositions, and to imitate the New-Bnglanders* The history of the hiiman
race is evidence that higher civilizations triumphed over lower ones* If
the Germans possessed a lower degree of culture, they would have to finally
subordinate to the United States in SPite of their own oppositions; hut they

may boldly assert that their mother- country has reached the first place in

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EuroT>eon culture, and can "boast of achievements, which have "become a pattern
for ^ther nations.

Even 'the, "boastful Englishmen, and the vain Frenchmen do not today deny, the
fact that the Germans have achieved superiority^ . • What the Germans in the
United ^tates have to learn from the "Yankees", they grasped quickly and
willingly, but they also assert that they can give as much to the descendants
of New England, as they can learn from them.

Never will the Germans permit the very characteristics, which have contributed
80 much to Germany's rise in culture and civilization to be des-oised and
ridiculed by others. They know how much they have contributed to the develop-
ment of the United States. They do not make unjust demands, nor do they be-
lieve in slavish subserviency to the insolvent presumptions of people, who
are in no wise superior to them. The up-todate German culture is indeed not
inferior to the New-EngLand culture of the 17th century. These view-points
have given birth to the German Day" and in thi*? por^ge it was celebrated*
Indeed, it was a demonstration, where the -part icipants were conscious of its
importance; and it may be assumed that it will be considered as such by all.

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o:uc:-o Ja77 -est^rda;- cr;p c^ th- iurj-^t ^ :..i-:..ies ever nexa
tho^sr.nd m'^rched. Or; "bcth cides of t^'^ str-'r^ts, .rh^re the .—-de j^i^sed
thrcujh, thGus;j.nds h^d -^ thered t:^ 77:.tch it. Ten-thou^^and w're ass3.>led
in t"i- :;olineuiii, whf^re the real festival tool: pl^:.co, an^ t le 3t th

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A .T.oGt iiiipr-'^-3':ive spe?ch was ^"ivo-a

'Tarry Ru"be"^

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SLxw...u^ca Oa t..i6 j-'^riiiciii-ii..i3r >. C' :ii> a; -'^r^ ci ^^iu-iuwciiu i.:iv>x'e:5S3.on • ..-'"renin.?' in
Vie p-nrade aere first t-ie ^err:-.n vet-raas of the Civil '..-r, '•'^- a the vet-
er-r.s .,f the O^rran arn::-, the ae -hers of t^c .lan- differra. Athletic Cluhs.
the ::en»s Ch.oirs, dozeas of different Katu-l benefit Societ es, can.^ oth.-rs.

From the official speech, -re r-nd-r the folloainj citations: "I recoa:nize
■:is assein'bl';£;e as composed of Amerlc^rn citizens for r^any of us are "born

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here, and among the oth.-rs there is certainly none ^ho has not obtained
citizenship. . • The banner of the stars and stripes is the onlv one to which
we are loyally devoted, and the defense of which is our patriotic nnd
solemn duty, we feel justified to emphasize with proud awareness by means
of this public demonstration the iniportance of our descent from a great
ciiltural nation of the old world.

"We h've gathered here to celebrate the German Day, because we are con-
scious of the fact thc-t we do not enjoy in this country the reputation
and prestige to which we are entitled, in consideration of the German
culture, which we have brought along, and for our sincere efforts, which
we iiave contributed to the national wealth of this country^

■?fe are not at all concerned to constitute a state within a state...
T'-ere is only one fatherland for us, politically only one constitution,
c:i3 ciTil ri-^-ht. It is far from us to establish here a new &ermany,
'at Te Till ozpose unitedly that this great nation, to which we belong,
and on T.-.oae c^ilt'iral development we have contributed so much, and whose
pc3:n.:a of pc^er ajncng the nation is our labor to considerable degree
beccmea merely a }73w Zngland state.

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"The rf^r-^^ii-Am^'^ricr^nr ai'e .iuFtT;-" ^roud of the'r !-rt. if trio ^rr :e r^tre'^Ti
of '>er'^-p.n immr-^r.^nts- --o-v^ :..-ve l;een div-^rte- into oth^r channe^.s m^ not
to thi? co'-mtrv, our* '"oii'^rs, "/h.'^t conditTonf=' ni.yht orevp.il now, rno. v/]-^.pt
■-Dol iticr-'l cii,' n.-es mi.^ht hrvo occurred, . Ko'*^ -ou"' t t-M- i'^^eyolMtionar'^ "'ar
h^^ve t^Tned o-it h.^id not o 3-^r'n.o_n, ?. '". von Stezi'ben, chrn-;ed tn-^ revolu-
tionary'" nii*^iti' into .-^ trained pr-nr? "ere not the heroes of the UevoTu-
tioM'-ry ■'.'^r of 'Jeriir-n dercent, pr, for inr^t'-^nce, \' . Ilerchhei-iO'r , P. ^jli-
"•enher ';, J. von X.?ln, pnd ot]":ers'^

"'Vo'ild T incoln hpve heen eleott=;d '-ithout the influence of t'-.o Jer i-np of
"Forty-ei;;'ht" ^:^ ^-ithout t/e v^er .pn hr^llot?'' 7ould the st'-te of hdr?:ouri
hr;Ve "been f^pved for the 'Jnion vrithout the Gerripns in St. Louis'^ 'lipt
^;^ould upvo '"ip-o >ened to the v^nion Am'/ ^-ithout th.e 'j^^^t^c^.^t. re/inontr-, ;->nd
^;':'ithout tiie lernpn offi'^ers'^ ''hpt ^'-oul'^ Vi.;-^-"e hpooened p'"t^r the Ci-^^il
'.''rr -ith pn honest nonoy sypten, Civil Ser^/ine reforr--, "itho'it the united
hpckin,.:; of .tl;e 'j-er^ion hr-llot?? ^n^^^ '"ith t' e ^o^-'er-^ul infl^icnce o*^ the :>er-
-^ip^n- ^\-ioric-n mentpl ,^lpnt, p.tptepman, pnd -patriot, Kpr!^ Schtirz?

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A'lendoo-^t, r^ct, ^^, 1909

"Havf- not >^r':V'-^n imni.-;r.'=ntr ooloni^'er!. , clearoci rri'l cultiv.' tel l;--;"\;-3 preas
o-^ the : i'^sirf^i-)^! Vi^llny, ??inrifylvpnia, Ohio, >''ov' Yor;: rnd nrny ^"^stern
st-^^teF? •Vould A"i^ric.-Ji iridu'rtri'=^s rrA trrn^oortpti^n oh ro r.- "idl.7 do-
v-^lo-)3d v'itliout tl.e '>or":?n technicims pnd en Ineer?!'^ 'r*3 not p-ion,: th-e
^i^re^^t Anv^rican inventor? iir-my of .rorn-'n de^^cent, ^uch pm !'er /nt^irles ,
Stnin-^^t7, ^nd otlr^rf?"' 'i'he Aiv-ricrn iron rn*^ pteel industry '-^r • crer^oed,
to a Tc^r;^o meprir'T, oy J'^r-^'irns.

"The G^'r^-\'^n ol>^'"iont 0:^ this nr>tion Ir-r .'■"! ro contri"'v.it^d innoh to :lt(^ ethi-
cal -nd educ.'-^tionrl d^vo"' oo-vmt , Cf conrid'^rph"! e i:'rr'^rtr-nce hr>^- heen
their in'^'liience u'oon our prin-^ry pn<^\ hi ^ifi f^chool ?ypton, t'-e introduction
of f. nyr^teicatic pnl scientific trninin.; in physical cuj.t'ire, pn(i the de-
veloo-nent o-^ f'c -^ine '-•rtr. Sv -r.' Ari'-ricm schoolhoy in deli.;hted "by the
rell-kno^-m oictiore, *"'>,shin yton croRpes tl".e J9J n'^pr-^ oo.t only very few
kno^.-' t::rt it ii- th'-? ^^o^k of p Crerrnr?n-A--ric,'^n, ^^~nil Tent'^e.

"One of the -^lost e.duired artii-'tic creation ir. architecture is the lihrary
of Con;';rer,p in '^?rhin ;;ton, ol^nned .• nd executed "b - t'^'O G^r- irn-A-ierican
arc^dt-^ctr.

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Oi^ii-.j^i:

"In the rea"?! of music, t"":e j-rn^in vere nearl;/- the only te-Ciierf of this
n- tion. An o'oera or a concert -^ac alno^.t ^jnthinkr-^bl e without CrorvT-m
muj^ici.^n? /^nd director? U) until very recently.

"Tne powerful ,-- nd ef-^ective co-o deration of rerman?; in the United States
to carry out the orofo-'and cultural develo:)nents of this nation, has con-
tinued until this (Isy -without interru:^)tion An.where rnd.. everyvmere,

in the ■•miverpities , the vror'.:sho'«s in t;-^e 1 .'borat-orie? , -nd th-e reseaJ^ch
Fork of science, etc., we find 3-^rnans active for cultur;-^l d':-velo';)Tnent
and ■oro,'Terr of their nation

"The tiernan oeo-^lo h.^ve risen to the flrs^ place in culture anon^; civi-
lized n-tions, poA t-^eir renut^^:)le r-rr influential nosition in al"^ hranc-ies
of science is rea^i"^.y - d^-uttel hy all truly ed-'jcated iVnericans. 'I'he Presi-
dent of the Johns ::o )hins "'nivf^rsitv -rd^ft this state -lent. 'As Latin \7as
the lani^a./;e of tiie meAieyrl r:e so is tonay the ^l^^^r^-^^^n lanua.e, the 1 an^;-
U8{i*e of science pnCi culture, f:'A no on- can consider lii •ise'^f learned until
he masters tie G-er";an lanc^aa.je co.n'>letel/. ' "

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The follov'ln.:; tele xf^-: v'pv ^-^-nit li ih^i 3- 'r':rn-A"'oricr.n Ai'.Ti^nc^ Conv-ntio;^
in C'.ncinnp.ti , Ohio: "^ ive-hundred Chic-^\-;o Gluh^^ rnd Societie^^ carry out
th*^. ?r'r,.;ef?t Cror'icJi-A'^>'^ricpn de'-ionr-trrtion, which tb^^ city
T^'^enty-fivo thoris.'^-nd ^v rch in the ^^rrr^de. "

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GSRtilAN PRESS CLUB

The jolly party held by the German Press Club at the Bismarck Hotel was well
attended in spite of the bad weather. The celebration took on the character
of a Lincoln festival. In his opening speech Mr. Fritz Gloganer, the chair-
man of the festival, declared that the many celebrations in honor of President
Lincoln showed that he vgas dear to the Germans and recognized the value of the
German element to the community. As an executive, moreover, he was generous £!
in affording this element an opportunity to share in the administration of the ^
State. Lincoln himself was more like a typical German than a New England t:3
Yankee. His was an ideal character, in its honesty and conscientiousness and "^
also in its humor, and he is worthy of all the honors bestowed upon him.

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FEDEHATI 01^ 0'^ OLD GEmiAK STUDMTS

Tnere was held yesterday, in the "Rothen Stern" (Red Star) its first year's
"Kommers."

In tne Red Star Inn, the local branch of the old stuc'ents Federation in the
United States, of wnich President Roosevelt "belongs, held its first meeting
last night.

It was a geniune students festival. Student son^s w^re sung, and drin^^ing was
indulged in according to stud'^nt mles. Dr. J. B. Wagner, who "oresided, welcomed
trie DarticiDants. Professor Ernest Daenell, University of Kiel, made a speech
in German and Professor James J. H- tfield, Northwestern University, one in
English. The officers of the Federation, to which more than 100 former German
students "belong, anong them a number of well known local T)hysicia.ns and la.wyers,
are Dr. J. B. Wagner, President, Dr. Adolr)h C. von Noe, Secretary, Dr. Frederick
Mueller, treasurer.

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GERMAN AMERICAN NATIONAL UNION
THE CELEBRATION OF GERMAN DAY WILL AGAIN BE HELD IN THE

AUDITORIUM.

Yesterday evening, there was held In the Schiller Building the quarterly
meeting of delegates, under the presidency of Judge Max Bberhardt, of
the Chicago "branch of the German-American union^ The board o^ directors
recommended previously to the general meeting, to celebrate the German
day as a national festival in the OD^n, and the recommendation was
accepted, further action was left in the hands of the directors. They
reported yesterday, that a suitable park could not be had, and also that
other obstacles have been found, so that it became impossible to carry
out the original plan, therefore it was considered more advisable, to
rent the auditorium for the purpose, but make the festival more popular
than it was last year. The celebration, irtiich should take T)lace Sunday,
October U, will join the meeting of the Illinois State National Union's
yearly convention of the German-American Tinion^ Performances by the
Thomas Orchestra, of Men's Choruses and of Soloists, living pictures
and only one speech are in view.

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APPEAL TO TIE GER:.1ANS
IN HONOR OF THE 225 YEAR OLD GERMAN
AMERICAJI HISTORY

The German American National Union, issued the following apT)eal, which
needs no further explanation: "In the first days of Octoher, the city of
PhiladelT)hia celebrates the 225th year of its foundation, which coincides
with the arrival of the German immigration froup, under the leadership of
Franz Daniel Pastorius.

The president of the German-American National Union, Dr. C» J. Hexamer,
helongs, as a representative of the German-Americans, to the citizens-*
committee, and this committee exoress^^^d the desire, that the dedication of
the planned Pastorius-monumttnts, should "be a part of the prospective,
magnificent international festivity* Under these conditions, it "became a
matter of honor, to immediately erect, a monument in memory of the First
German Immigrants and their noble leader, and it is now necessary to prove,
t. at behind Dr. Hexamer and the J^ational union, a united self-sacrificing
German patriotism, stands.

ii^endr)08t, April 26, igOS.

aEHMAN

To all German men and women, the aT3T)eal Is directed, to add their mite,
be it ever so small, and to place the indefatigable president of the National
Union, who made so many sacrifices already for the cause, in a position,
to appear before the citizens of his birth and hometown with these words:
•• The Symbol of German-American History, will be com-nlet^d on the occasion
of our Jubilee Festival..." Simultaneously with the Jubilee of tne Phila-
delphia, next fall the 25th year jubilee of"German Day" will be celebrated,
which was held for the first time in 1?585» The directors of the union,
requests in its appeal, for a worthy celebration everywhere, where 6^r uans
are represented, and the local branch is already making preparations, for
the^German Day" of Cnicago, in the year 1908,

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Gerrricin Da^^l n'ith true pleF-sure everi ^envdne Gernaii-Ar.eriCcUx v;atched yesterday
afternoon the fitting up of the pnorr/.cus hail at the AucUtori^:in, v;ith ladies
and t^entlemen who, in spite of the "beautiful weather, w^oited to participate in
the celebration of the Gernirji Day th?t was dedicated to the merory of the
achievements of their ^mceetors on American soil. This was shovm durinc": the
festivities in actual illustrations, and was further dedicated to the r.emory
and the encouragement of thc^ tasks anC duties which confront the present
Gerir^'ji-A^iericaJi generation to preserve its influence and the German acquis-
itions in every domain of nohle human effort •

Unfortunately the celehrr*:ion did not T^ass on in every way as impressive as
was desired. And the fault w^ts, that the Iro^rams Com.mittee m.ade the
regrettaule error of Ir^^in^: too much weight or. the oratory that devoured
fully two hours time. The song presentations of the United Male Choruses
between the three speeches were always welcomed hy the audience as a true
relief, and when in the middle of the third speech people showed aloudtheir
dislike, it was not directed arainst the or: tor, but as a protest against

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the arrot^axice of the Committee •

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'Jith explanations ty Mr. Karl Haerting significant pictLU^es of the history of
the Ger^^ans in Americcc were hereuy^on shewn. The first picture showed the
arrival of the "Krefelders* in Gornantcv/n on Cctol:er G, 1683 uijcier the
leadership of Pranz Daniel Pastorius, holoing a Thinks :riving service in the
open. Here the United Singers intoned the hyraa: "Nun D^nket Alle Gott"
(Kov; Let Us Give Thanks To God). Then was pictured the firs.t settlement and
the erection of trie first huildin^. In the third picture was shown how
Konra.d V?eiser and his wife kept up friendly terms with the Indianc, of T\hiom
they had TDOu,f:ht land, while the 2rx£;lish axiC. Dutch settlers took their land by
force. ^ The fourth picture hrcu^-ht several exhibitions of the spiritual and
technical production of the Germaji pioneers. It showed for instance, how
Christoph 3a,vcr printed a German 3i'ble, the first one, that was ever made on
American soil» Touchin,-^ was the impression of the fifth picture. It showed
the historical moment when Pastor :.uehlcn'berg threw down his robe on the altar

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of his church and instigated his pious listeners to take up arms and fight for
independence. Txiere \veresiiov/n the \7ell-knov:n li^^res of Von SteulDcn and De-
Kalb in the war council with VTashinf^ton. It showed the brcive ITicolaus
Eerchheiner directinf^ the German st-^t tiers of the I^ohravk Valley in the "battle
of Crizkany; also hov/ he v;as mortally wounded. !!oehrin£;*s Battle Prc-yer
sun^ by the United Singers, incrfased the ir.rprr.ssion of the porforiTignce.

"The Migration Towr.rds the V.'est", the next picture, re-^dnded one of the
settlerr;ent of the Modle States ^--lon^: the Ohio Vr.lley in Indians and Illinois
by G-erman pioneers. In the seventh picture v.-^s shown the immigration of the
fi^lhters of 15^.0 and 1848, the "Grey" and the ^^Green''. A storr. of enthusiasm
w:-s unchained by the eighth Picture. ''The Gerrr.rns in the Civil '7ar", where
over 1-0,000 followed Lincoln* s ccJ.1 to the arr.s, pro].or*-ioi.ally more than
those belonging tc other naticnclities. In the foreground could be seen the
numerous German leaders: 3i2:el, Schurz, Hecker, Csterhaus etc. ^cside this
picture showed the stor-in^- of the Lockout I'orntain oy Geman Regiments aid
the marching: out of the Ch? caro Turner ne£;i!rient under Hecker's leadership.
A scene from the wonderful pef:ce fcr>tivr?l in Chica,^:o in the Srrinr* of 1R71 was
shown in the next picture and then the United Gingers srng, "Das Deutsche -ied".

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It v/rs sho^Tn then, hov; the center of German .^/f iritur-l ?Jad social activitieB
in old Chica.r;o, the Jernian rTcuce, ivas dertrc^'cd in the .^reat lire. The
victory of personal liberty lc73 showed Hcsin^ at the speakers* rcstnir*
surro'-Jinded l^y his nost ou^^trndinj; lellov fighters, v;ho5e frrcial expressions
vere excellently reproduced.

T>.e other pictures rvcrc; "The German Zl-z.i' of t?_e Chicago TTcrldr.' T-ar" with
the German Villa^^e in the foreground; "Gerr.an Art, Science and I'usic in
An-:eric2.", TJith the a])otheo^i3 "Cclur.roia aiK": Gernanic-.'' and the corriminity
sin^ln^: of the "Star Spangled Banner" vdth orche?.tra •'ccon/'^onir-ent , Ihe
beautiful celelDration c?ne to a close*

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toriiMt rnc' l-rtmr tili jriary, :or t:'c^ i^eneait dj t.ie :ai roi-^n .lii, -el ^r^r^naoi
Ar:'l"un in Hi'-:: 7Iid-;e, T--^ • r^^cr^^'^d^ • rr to "^e -'ireu. for t^.ie er^:C':ion of -.
nev; I'uildin^-^, ?o th'-t thr overcrovc- in • of tre or-iir^n r sylur !.'ill bo ^~^revcntec .
T;iereiore 0:1 PT'-r.erl ir :;/-/;.e ::o i: oe CJ-- t:v-licr: • nc; t];c '^'oyier^l .a::.1ic ol
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Sritzerlpixd vill virit the lestiv^l, -nc. '-hnrf-ory hveninr; G-overnor Dineen '"
\'ill r'ke c. sT^eeclu }'rid'-y eveuin'' "^ne !^*ertiv 1 cIoi^'^^k ^"d th ^. r:.ifle mid
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• TTT " Abends ost, June 4, 1S06. /^;(

M3MCRIAL IH HONOR 0? KARL SCHURZ \o •■"- ^f

Yesterday Wnitsunday the ^rreat mourning: cerenony tcok olace. in the Auditorium
for the f^^ncus '^ernan - Aineric?^n thinker nn^^ orator Kerl Schurz« A great
number of associat'.onB and organizations took n&rt. The front of the stage
hac^ been transformed into a forest of plants rnn in the center stood a bust
of the dead to ^e cr.mnemor^ted. Behind tho r)l^nts the sinrers of the combined
men's choirs had tpicen olace. The ceremony was orenedwith a prelude by the
or-?anist Middleschulte pnr^ followed by the soeech of uhe Chairman of the
meeting. President ^n. loclre of the Schurz Memorial Association,

"We are as embled he sr id, " to honor one who nas earned the admiration of- the
T)eor)le, whom he served for th^: last 50 years with the highest oualif ications
of a citizen p.nr for y/^ose 'nenefit he has friven his best endeavours with
patriotic zeal. We ove and honor Xarl Schurz for the sincerity of his char-
acter for the truthfulness of his DrinciT^)les with which he r-lv/ays uoheld the
ideals of life, "^e love ^-nc^. honor him for the heroic courage, which he has
shown for our country at the times of cangv-}r hy his services end. on the battle-
field anf] for his f^reat -pclitical wisdom in brinrin^ about native reforms* He

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has been an example to millions of foreigners in the acknowledgment of
their new duties*" Mr 5ocke then intronucec as first speaker Mr. Benjamin
Terry, Prof er or of History of the Chicrgo University, His theme w- s "Karl
Schurz, cosmopolitan and patriot", Karl Schurz the G^-rman fighter for liberty
of 1848 was -rXid. r^^nained an idealistic enthusiast, but one of the ri^ht kind,
who staket"^ vA\ to realize his ideals. His ideals werp no utor)ias but right
and .iustice, honest' in the administration of public affairs on accr\int of
his e. .Inent mental canabilities, his splendid oratorical abilitv, he a stranger
soon made his way to success. Ten years after he 1 ft the old countiy as a
deserter we see him as a recognized leader of the reigning party in the new
country. He played ^n eminent part in the onate as a great Politician. The
serious ^)ublic scandals under Grants adninist 'ation are not excused by him.
He does not wish the people t: be burdened with war costs during times of
peace. He does not wish that under the pretext of developing and protecting
the home industry, a capitalictic ^r';up will be formed which sooner of later
will have tp.e power to suppress the people. It was not Schurz, who left the
Republican party in 1372 for they had already p:iven up their ori,9:inal princi-
ples»

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The Greeley campaign though not victorious haci this effect. The Herublican
n(?rty harl their len^-on and st^^rteo iniprovenents pnc^ Schurz vrished to help.
Noninated hy President Hayes as rdministrf tor of +he Interior he ccnd cted
his office with such honesty rind c?^pf:^ility ^-^g none rid before him* He in-
troduced civil service reforr. in his deinrrtnent six years before it wf^r law-
fully established. He fcu^'ht s^rinst the v^reat timber thieves and he improved
conditions in the Departr nt of Indian affairs, where corruption had cele-
br?>ted orc^ies. After his le- vin^: the Department of the Interior Karl Schurz
took no other r>ublic office ut ^r^itaten indefr-ti^f^bly In the nublic interest.
He was editor of the New York Evening* Post .- nd co-founder of the "Civil Service

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Peform League", of which he rioted as nresident for 10 yeers after the death of
George ^.7illiam Curtis. If Karl Schurz would h^ve remained with his party he
would have taken a permanent lead and with the exception of the office of the
U. St. President, would have been offered one honorablr office after another.
As secor.l speaker Mr. iocke introduced the well-knovm Lawyer Harry Hubens,
who in his younger yerrs was closely connected with •': rl Schurz. The speech
was in the German lanrma^;e. "In the forenoon of Februa.ry 27, 1872 the people
came by thousands to the Capitol in V'ashington to hear Senator Karl Schurz
soeak about the disgraceful breach of neutrality made by the Gratnts

Abenc^posty June 4, 1906* \u %T

In a sr)eech held at the 50 year ^iubilee of the ITev; York Lied^^rkranz he sr id:
"As American citizens we must Americanize but that does not mean a complete
deviation from everything G-erman. We iierform the hi,p;hest service to Americanism
by combining the best oualitiei-:^ of the G- n^rr.an with the best one of the U. St.
of America. Schurz cr^ne from '^-ermany o^i a dererter, having participated in the
revolution of 1848 i^nr rnvir>^ achieved in a.n heroic manner the liberty of Kinkel
from the fortress at Spandau. His -^Icrious activity in the IJ, St. of America
also eeve him fcreat honors in the old country. The Germain emperor was greatly
interested in the Great German- American and honored him with the donation of h
his portrait in life size. The President of our country, who a few days aft'^^r
his inau^enira/cicn told Professor Munsternere: thai, he felt the sincereso friend-
ship for' Germany, kn^w how to hoa^r ^nd. rcicncvrledge the emin nt historical im-
portance of our hero. Karl Schurz was the p:rt-a.test -nd most ideal G-ermen-American
of his time.

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ABENI3P0ST . April 2gth, I906.

They Came By Thousandsl

The Festival of The Chicago Tumer-Cluh A Splendid Success.

It was demonstrated last night what the Chicago Turner Cluh can do as a collect-
ing medium of the Germans in Chicago. The fedtival had oeen given for the "benefit
of the sufferers of the San Francisco catastrophe , and the attendance of the
Germans ran into thousands.

Gymnastic and song-cluhs, together with individuals joined their forces in the
service of the good cause^ and they were much appreciated hy the puhlic.

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UNION VETERAN FESTIV.Ui.

The" German Veterans Union of North America, which consists o:^ 7^ clubs with ^'-650
members, holds its annual convention in Joliet on the 27th to the 30th of Auf^ist.
The 12 Chicago and suburban <^lubs have decided, to arrange a joint excursion to
Joliet Sunday, Aug^jst 27th, whpre they will march with flags and music. An *
a"opeal is made to all Veterans not belon^Ting to the union, and all other military
clubs of Chicago, also to the pen^ral -oublic to nRrticiT)rte on this exairsion.
In joliet August ?7th, as an introdi^ction a great r^rrade and street revue ^rill take
place. The parade starts at 12 o'clock noon through the T)rincipal streets of
the town to tne Saenger Park where various baoids will play concert and dance
music, and various entertainments will take place.

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German Catholic Settlers Festival

In hoffmann^s Gardent 26th Street and Usth Avenue, the German Catholic St* Paulus
Parish had a picnic for the old settlers under management of the Pastor P* Benns*
Entrance fee is .25^. Children under 12 years are free. Prizes consisting of
golden medals will he distributed as follows: «•

1. To the oldest German Catholic settler.

2» To the oldest German female Catholic settler.

3. The oldest German Catholic settler of Chicago.

U. The oldest German female Catholic settler of Chicago.

5* The oldest German Catholic pair of the St. Paulus Parish, which has the largest

amount of children at the festival.

6. The oldest German Catholic hutcher who has heen longest established at his trade*

7. The oldest German Catholic grocer of Chicago, who has "been longest established
at his trade.

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3CIIILLTR THUIR IJOL.

Gerrxm-AinoricMns Gather At Big l^usical
Festival In Poet*s Ueinory.

Friedrich Schiller, poet and dramatist, v/ho died May 9, 1805, lived again
last nip^ht in the minds and hearts of 2,000 German- Americans v;ho gathered in
the Auditorium Theciter to p-y homare to hie eenius and work. The Theodore

inomas Orchestra, the Apollo Club, and several distinguished soloists parti-
cipated in a concert which had Schiller for its inspiration.

:]dr.iund J. J'-mes, president of the University of Illinois, was to have L.ade an
address in Gerix^n, but at the last moment he found he would have to rerriain in
Springfield to attend to lep-islativo inatters, and wired his regrets. Otto C.
Schneider, ^resident of the general committee on management, 7'as his eleventh
hour substitute. ! r. Schneider confined hii^self to a brief address in which
he corj^iented en the significance of the celebration.

Schiller's Bust Draped.
The hundreds of Chicagoans v.^o entered tlie great theater lobby were reminded

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of the nature of the affair hy -"t huf^e bust of the distinguished German v/hich
faced the r:riin entr-ince of the plaT^house. This bust stood on a high pedestal
of imitation rrr rble . Ibout it v/ere petted slants - ferns, oalms and creeTDinp*
vines - a.nd at either side, hanging just belov; the face of the i.iaster, ..ere
v;reaths of laurel tied v/ith ribbons.

".Jithin the theater the significance of the festival v/as elabonited further,
"beneath the two tiers of boxes were intert-.vined the German and American colors,
pinned 7/ith shields and festooned in graceful folds half the length of the
hall. The program' es xiore in Germ3.n -nd bcre as a frontispiece a half-tone
of the poet. There v;ere included in the last p-i es an original ode and a
letter concerning the celebr-^.tion, issued by the cominittee in ch.-..rge. Upon
the star-e v/ere ninety members of the TVeodore '"ho.'ias Orchestra - led by
Frederick A. Stock and 150 members of the AdoIIo Club.

Second In Series.

The entertainment in reality was the second feature of a five day festival.
liat v/as designated as a preceding or opening performance was given on Friday
night, April 14, in the \uditorium Theater, v/hen .-eon VJiachiner's German troupe

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of arti^s rendered Schiller* 3 '•'.'illl-in '!'g11'*. The other entertainr.ents v/ere
arranged to be held on or about the tifr:e of the anniversary of the great r^tm*
death.

The musical pror';rarrjne last ni'-ht consisted of orchestra numbers of the purely
overture class -nd a rendition of "^eethoven^s IILnt'^- Symphony. This last v/ork
\7^s composed by Beethoven throu.^;h the inspiration he received from one of
SchiJler's famous v/orks. !>• Stock directe-I. Previ us to the evrn-nhonv, v^iich
occupied the entire second r^^irt of tho pro^romme there were '\n .overture from
the ••Bride of i^essina", by Schumann, ond the "J'-aienstein Trilo-y" after Schil-
ler, by J'^Indy.

One of the prominent guests -'ho vm^ the target of not a few lorgnettes was the
'->TDecl'l representative of the King of 'Jurtemberg. This dignified str'.nger v/as
1.1a jor ;7ener-l )r. \lbe>-t von Pfister, the accredited envoy of his rjcajesty to
zhe fcGtiv2.1 -it Chica-c. Tne .^lOnnrch himself is one of the patrons of the
festival, and, bein^- unable to attend in ners n, sent General von Pfister to
t"ke his place. The Ger::i-n general is as v;ell knov;n as an histori:in and vrriter
as he is in milit-in; circles. He wrote an account of the American revolution,
and since arriving in Chir^avo has deli hted his new frie?ids wi-^h his familiar-
ity with ■.moric-n institutions -'nd custo-.s. He is the guest of Vx. Schneider

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and ^>7^.3 ^ith the Schn-iider box oar.v i-^st ni-'^t.

Pro :rain c For Today.

Tha 3c?.illor riarriori-^.l is to be con^^inuel tod .y, toiaorrov/ and Tuosdav. it
3 o'clock this aft ornoon in ths .aiditoriu::: th^ere .vill "oo p0;)ular musical and
lit'rar''^ entertainment. -• ^.als chor'Js, tha Verelni-yti Laennerchor of 900

voices, /ill oinr- in Cerium -.nd th'i
Calvin Tho'ias of Columbia University.

J^ o

to le an ::]n:.li3h oration b" Professor

i o/.crro./

tVere 1: to be an acade::.ic coiferenco of

cuss 1 -rrnan la^i^ua':re and literature. Those ounda-ts \ill be

rofessors, v/ho '..ill dis-

:athered from

V':ricus universities of the unite' States. T::is conference -;ill take pl^^ce at
z\\Q. ..rt Insti^uue. Cn Tuesd-.'y, the anniversary day, at 1:..:0 o*clock there are
oo be cor:i'"::e;:or'it ive e:: :.rc"'.ses at T>he Schiller r-oiiu. .ent in Lincoln F' r':. iVt
"z o*clo''k ?ues'.la^^ ni-^^t in xhe Au:Iitor5um Ih.:or ^ronoral von Pfister -ll] deliver
an ration. The co:ri:.':.:i.:oration ^rize prclorue '.±11 dso be recit?d, and there
v/ill be a ^^rforrr/nce of "The L y of t]:e "^ell**, liviny pictures "'r^jS. music com-
posed b''.' Lindnaii'it er.

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GERMAN TURNERS HONORED!

Yesterday evening, a banquet In honor of the German Turner Section to the

Olympian contest in St. Louis, was given at the Hall of the Turner Club •'Vorwaerts"

in participation of all Turner Clubs of this City. Mr. August Winger offered

a hearty welcome to the guests and especially to the German visitors. The

presiding official of the Banquet, Mr. Genserowski, introduced the German |

Turners. The main address was delivered by the Turner-Singer Willich and he ^

spoke about the development of the North American Turner League and its

connections with the old fatherland. The leader of the German Turner Section,

Mr. Fritz Hoffmsuin, gave an exhibition of their skill on the stage, by which

\infortunately one of' the guests, the Turner, Rehbock of Hildesheim, met with

an accident.

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SIL^raH JU3ILEE, THE LAITIES
CLUB OF THE CHICAGO TUENCmffilNDE
C.\1I LOOK BACK AT A TWEOTY-PIVE
YEAR EXISTENCE.

At the "banquet hall of the North Side Turner Hall a nunerous and gay troop
of Turn Sisters and members of ChicajP:© Turngemeinde came together last night.
They were there to celebrate in a di. unified manner, the Silver Jubilee of the
Ladies Club of the Turngerneinde. Mr. E^nil Hoechster, the first speaker of
the Turngemeinde, greeted the festival guests with a warm welcoming address,
which was followed by the presentation of beautiful Memorial Medals as gifts
of the T urngemeinde to the members of the La^dies Club.

Mrs. Bianca Dreyer, the present time President and Mrs, Anna Imhof, the first
President of the Turn Sisters Lea^gue thanked the Turngemeinde for the arranged
celebration. Other orations were held by Mr. Adolf George, founder and
honorary member of the Ladies' Club, by Mrs. Soohia Schuhmann, a former
President, by Mrs. Asmus Carr, also a former President, by Mr. Robert P.

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GSRI^AN

Woelffer and by }'.r. Constantine Goldzier, Mr, Cnas, EiCx^iin recited a poetical
congratulation of his own comDosition. Tlie Turner Hale Chorus entertained
with its best melodies.

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GOLDEN JUBILEE

CHICAGO TUENGEMEINDE HONOSED IN SPEECH AND SONG

Black, white, red, also black, red, gold the color of the revolutionists of
IgUg, in harmony with the Stars and Stripes of the new homeland, the whole
standing out against the dark green oak leaf garlands- this was the de-
coration of the grand Ballroom of the Northside Turner Hall at which last
night the first part of the golden juhilee celebration of the Chicago
Turngemeinde took place.... In these becoming surroundings one of the most
beautiful Turner and Singer fraternization festivities that Chicago ever has
seen was celebrated. The next speaker was the old Turner and fighter of ISUg,
Heinrich Huhn from Milwaukee who is the editor of the "Nordamerikanische
Turnerzeittmg" and he was followed by Dr. Emil G. Hirsch, who said in his
address:

"The Turners fought and bled for liberty and right on German battle fields

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and then came to America to' march anew iindf=^r the flag of tneir new homeland
into the "battle for the freedom of mankind. They knew that only 6n the grave
of sl?.very could the desired freedom flourish. Before the first cannon shot
was fired "by the enemy at Fort Sumter, they prepared for the d f ense of the
Stars and stripes. German Turners were the first ones who followed the call
of Lincoln* Many of the Chicago Turngemeinde marched into the Civil War, not
a small number spilled their "blood at the "battlefields of Perryville and
Gettys'burg for the maintenance of the rights of the Black race and died a
heroic death. The silent "but so eloquent Is^nguage th^t speaks from the list
of the fallen comrades at the glory-ulate of the Turngemeinde, reminds us,
to strive after the ideals of the liberty and the love for liberal institutions
whose maintenance drew in I86I also the Tum<=rs into the battle. Very well,
the slavery of the Black race was abolished at that time, "but this country
is in danger of a new slavery, the slavery brought on by the money-ba.g. When
the German now wants to prove his love for his adopted fatherland, he must
step in for human rights and the dignity of man without considering the size
of bank accounts. In Europe there is an aristocracy of birth. The majority

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of its members are drones, who suckle the marrow out of the bones of the
people. We have an aristocracy not by the grace of God hut the Almighty Dollar.

Its members- the coal harons and tnist magnates- tramTDle upon the rights of
the people and oppress and enslave the inhabitants without mercy, as if all
are not entitled to breathe the fresh air.

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Illinois otaats Zeiounp;^ OCv. 22, 1900.

CONSECRATION OF TK3 FL.W.

p. 6*, The raximilian section, No, 2, of the Bavarian-.t;itt3rican Society, of Cook
County, Illinois, celebrated yesterday the consecration of the flag* From
the balcony of the Freiheit Turner liall where the celebration took place,
flags were flown representing various divisions of the society*

Every section of the organization appeared in a body. The fact that the hall
proved too small, due to the unexpectedly large attendance, was most regret-
table* Liayor Carter H. Harrison appeared as the guest of honor* Sitting on
either side of the mayor were Pastor George D. Heldraann and Police Inspector
Keidelmeier, honorary members of the society* ••

Mr* G* Gleich, chairiran of the flag committee, gave a short address of welcome*
He was followed on the speaker's platforn by Vx. Max Heidelmeier, Inspector
of Police. He urged the assembly to maintain the German language and" customs.

The high point of the day was of course the consecration of the flag itself.
This new symbol of unity was held on the stage by I.Iiss Therese Kleiter,
surrounded by the respective sections* After Miss Kleiter had appealed to

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the members of the Laximilian section to remain loyal to the flag she handed
it over to the flag-bearer, 2]rnst Kraft.

Then Pastor George D. Ileldinann stepped upon the platform. He spoke of
the high culture of the Bavarians and of their extreme loyalty as Germans... <
Ke continued by saying ths-t the blue color in the flag stands for loyalty,
while the pure white symbolizes purity of intentions. The inter^roven red
indicates that the organization is not exclusively German but that it is a
Bavarian- toe ric an Society. Pastor Meldmann wai3 wildly acclar::ed at the end
of his speech. ...

Heavy blue and v/hite silk with gold fringe edging, was used as material for
the flag. One side displays the Bavarian Goat of Arms v/hile the picture of
King l.!aximilian, the Second, decorates the other side....

G1^RI-!AN

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THE OOETHS FESTIVAL.
A Cr'^AIO) MASS TEiMOIISTHATION OF GEKI.'JUaSM.

At the Sunnyside Park a demonstration took T^lace last ni.:^ht of Chicago's German-
Amf'Ticpns, which was in every resnect landnble and extraordinary. Over 1^,000
German- Americans assembled to take T)art in the Goethe festi^^al in commemoration of
his birthday I50 years ago. The coordinated efforts O"^ these great masses made a
marvelous imt^ression. Hardly anywhere else in the world, during these Goethe
festivals have greater efforts been made by admirers of this "orince of German t)oets
and true mastery of living, tnan here at the shores of Lake Michigan. Indeed, this
outstanding event of yestrrday can be ^Medi to the landmarks of the Ger^.an
elements in tne city's T)opulation.

The Sunnyside Park was most fittingly decorated. A large "olatform was erected for
the choirs and at both sides of it waved the flags of tne different legations,

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incliiviing the French, and O"^ all the many GermaJi Clribs £:n(^. Societies, Sayings and
sentences of wisdom out of Goethe's rork vrere attached to the trees in the "oark.

At 3 O'clock P.M. the festival strrted officially. The orchestra rendered Beethoven' s
Egmont-OvertTire. Judge T. Brentano w?s then introduced as the first sr>eaker and
Presin-nt of this festival event.

•

"An American assemhly never honor-d the memory of a more worthy bts^ greater man.
It is true that Americans celebrate the memory of their own heroes and great States
men appropriately and enthusiastically, "but at this occasion the Americans, as it
were, step out O"^ their ijoundaries, not to honor one of their f^reat ones, "but to
offer tribute to a universal genius. Not only did he achieve t)olitical freedom
for his nation, but ne also created and "oromoted for sl"^ man'^ind the higher

intellectual and moral freedom. Tnis is tne reason wny this gigantic as-embly.

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AteiidTJ >ot, 3ecte:;."ber 4, 1399.

coixslsting not only of '^erman-Araericans, "but of Aniorlcc.ns, is o± sach
or ofo^jLiid im"oort:.nce#

"About M y-^-'^r ago the -•'•?r-aan-Aneric:-.n?- in ChiCv^o cora:nemorated the der=.th
of th t titanic, iron sto-tesi^ian, r:is:nrr:*k« His su crha-nan ^reataess
achievol a united f^^t^ orl::-nd for the Q^eraans, -.vorthy of tht^ hi^h int=;iiect-
ual :aiCu moral rar^ic, which they at^.'-in^d. • • Bat ^e c.an not in:ar:ine r, Cerrnan
na' * V'i:, acconiplish\n£^ thro ;,7h th-ir efforts sach astoun>ling pro,:,rcss,
;7itVaj.t such a poet and prophet vrith divine po^rers as "^roetyie, under whose
infT lence it a-" tared tc its -alvantic and a'lorious laission, "e c-oa no

b]iiiik k'T s ch spiritual ^i' ats as 3is:aarck rrithout th-^ s-oiritaal seed

d hv Soet'c,

"To pav the highest trituta of ad .Ir.-tion ana veneration to one of the
.'::ro >.t:rst sons of Oerr.an^,'', if not the ^^-reatest, to J. ".7, von Goethe, are
'je J th a'-cd here. ""roethe's ovn'i f;rcatnnss, wh-t he di-l an^ st^il is

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'^i ")"* ^ " "'" f'* a

:.d iafluDace in the 'r]\o'^.e -orld

:)th.er eminent and ahle s-oe'hers '.7ill oroclaiu; lut I den Ire ^:) remind you
r: th- e.v>eciall'^ hi-^h si -lif ic':ace Caothc hr s for our country, Ainc-ica.

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"Pollticcl and moral lib'.=rty, which wp enjoy, and of wnlrh we hoast, is nothinfr
else "but self-contr'l o-^ the individual. It was G-oethe who sa;id of rnen in gpnersl: *
•They all want to "be masters, anr^ nonp is master of himself. • Self-control, self-
rule it is, what our ^.eoT)le and fovernmpnt want t-^ teach to the world.

"Is it not self-control ^-hich increases and accentuates the di^mity and ■^'■alue of
"oersonality? 1^ not through self-mastery that the true equality of men is obtained?
Here we find the basic fundamentals of our constitution. Since Goethe stood UT)on
this ground, on which we also stand, he can become, if rightly understood, our
teacher in the contraction of our temole 'o*^ liberty, b^ginnin^!: with the education
of our youth, and continuing until the sovereignty of the individual citizen is
comr)lete. But in sr)ite of the loftiness of his id.eas and "orinciDles, Goethe "as
immensely t:)ractical and in tnis nis mind is closely related to the minds of the
American r)eor)le and tnereby becomes our high ideal. Everywhere he "oraises the
deed, glorifies e-^fort 3.nd diligonce and the striving •r-.r t^ractical aims

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t^ithout ever losing sight o-^ the trajiscendentrl iderls. Th^^^re is nothing hazy or
indefinite about him; he is not ""busy doing nothing," like most r)oor)le, r.crording
his own words,

"•^ecause the real, T)rartic.^l life of all innividuals constitutes tne whole, th^-?
operating togetner nnd. for each oth^r, we recognize in Goethe ' nd in his wri^tin^gs ^
the co'molete realization o:^ the American T)rincir)le, 'one for ?11, p-nri all for one.'

"If we, as American citizens, and particularly as naturalized citizens, follow
these few basic teachings of our own.-oolitical doctrines an/^ aims, then Goethe
indeed has been a blessing to us.

"Goethe is being considered more and m.ore as the embodiment of the highest in-
tellectual and moral ideals O"^ tne Gorman nation.

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ffTHMAK

"Whatever may "be slumbering in the "bosom of future ages we do not know, "but this
present generation is not ar^are-of a more comr)lete anci glorious realization of the
highest idealism, than we find in Goethe, the prince of the T)oets. Who else in this
wide world could more nttingly a-omly f^ himself the w-^rds of Faust:

•Countless ages can not erase
Tr?ces of my terrestrial days.* "

The official s^'^eches were given "by Mr. !'ax Eoerhardt in German, and Congressman,
Mr. H. S. Bontell in English.

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Aliend^ost. July 21st, 1399,

PRSPAI^JITIOL'S ?0R TliE GOETHS TESTITAL.

Miisic director, Mr. Katzenber^er, made a jreneral ^"^"^^eal to organize s-^ci^l choirs
for tne Goethe festival. All young v^omen v/itn ^ood voices, soloists, vocal music
tecchers, members of Churcn choirs, -Iready existing choirs, qu-^rtets, and in
T)articnlar the young German ^:irls o"^ tne City's High Schoolr^, all are urgently
requested to renort to the of-^ice o-^ the com.Tittee,6o6 Schiller Building.

Judge Brentano, acting as chairman of the speakers com!T>ittee, made the announcement,
that he requested Judge Max Eberhr^rdt to sr)ea.k: in Germa.n and the Congressman, H.
S. Boutell, to sr)eak in English at the Goethe festival.

The Executive Committee decided to a"nr)ea"' to all German Doets a.nr authors to
particir)8te in tne contest for a orize-et)ilogue ar)T)roT)riate for the Goethe festi'^'^al.
As a r)rize is offered a special edition of Go^-^the*? wor^^s. The Committee extended

to the S7,abian Association its gr.titnde -or STOO.OO to meet the expenses for the

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•:Gt, J^ly eist, 1839.

r\n.r^' r\r\

preo'^.:^aticnv. This or/^^^niz.^t Ion rilr"^ody possesses a fund of
for a C'oethe riionumsnt. At the dedication of the Schiller mcnument the
Swahian cluT: hinted r.lrer dy atout the erertlon of s. :nonu:nent for !>oethe
Since tl\f;ii they h^.ve "been very rctive to C'.ntrihute • considerahle
ai:iC"^.nt to the fund for th.e Goethe-monJiin^nt.

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Die Al^endpor-t, J?nu?.ry ?5, 1699

A S-;"^! end id P'^stival

'he German Benefit Ball At The Auditorium,

The Fifth Annual Ball of the German Americ?n Benefit CIuId r;a^ held ye'^terday
at the Auditorium, The er.'bitiou'^, efforts of the various coianittees, v/ho had
uorked in its interest for many weeks "brought a har\*e^t of gold. The
conrnittee sho?/ed. co:^-'^.enda'ble economy and the inevitable result v;as th^.t the
proceeds of the festival amounted to ahout 9l",000, which is to be distributed
to various benevolent institutions.

The doors v/ere opened r-it 8 o'clock and, a? we entered we Y.e^rd the melodies
of De BaUi^h'n Orche::^tra f looting thrcu:.^h the £:or^-e-usly illu^iin^ted h^^ll.
The gentlemen of the Eoception Committee v/ere all in their respective places
and before lonp, their duties required their full time. The orchestra
slaved Sousa's "Presidential Polonaise" which heralded the ball and our
lively youth enjoyed the sixteen follov/in^^ dance iiumber?, v/hich were hardly
sufficient to satisfy them, since alternating numbers of "Fronr^^nade music'*

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Din A>>endror.t, January 25, 1899

were interspersed. Cnce more we mention the ni?j:nes of those officials and
directors of the CIuId, v/ho, as chairmen of the various comr.ittees deserve
special credit for their lahors* John Koellin^:, Frerident; E» Lehnann and
2, E. Seeman, VicePresidents; etc; Julius? Loewenthal, printed natter;
L'usic, Dr. H* F. Sauer; Press, F. '.T, 21ocki,

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Abendpostt Aagast 16 » 1898

The Germans of Chicago
Honor Bismarck

A great solemnity prevailed last ni^t at the Aaditoriaim which was filled to
its utmost capacity* Shortly after eig^t o* clock P:H rang out from the
powerful organ in sonorous tones the Passacaglla in C Minor by Bach« The
great organist » Professor W« Mlddelschulte played with full vigor and skill,
obviously realising the inqportance of the occasion* The organist also played
the funeral march by Chopin*

As soon as the last tunes of this touching composition faded away, the
Ohfltirman of the CommitteOt W* Vocke, held the opening speech:

*The news of the death of Prince Bismarck has deeply touched the hearts of
all Germans* Germany recognizes him as one of the greatest statesmen of all
times* Through his efforts the Germans were united and reached a position
of power and dignity among other nations* ••** This day is dedicated to the
memory of the unforgetable and the greatest of all Germans of this century.
Prince Bismarck*

Following the speech of the chairman, Mr* Grosser gave a prologue, which he

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had composed*

Mr# H« Balatka, the director of the musical part of the celebration, had in
his orchestra sixty of the best musicians of Chicago* The rendering of that
manrelous musical composition, BeethoTen*s Funercd March, had a powerful
effect# After this excellent performance the men^s choir arose, consisting of
nearly 400 singers, cmd being accompanied by the organ^ sang the well'»knoim
"Prayer Before the Battle" by Moehring« This song made such a powerftxl
impression upon the audience that a thundering applause broke loose* Due to the
solemnity of the occasion, demonstrations of such nature were not indulged in
at the beginning, but the masses became so enthused that one more song was
rendered, namely, "The Watch on the Rhine"*

The chairman now proceeded to introduce the speaker of the evening. Professor
Camlllo von Klense, of the Chicago University, a Swiss by birth:

"A few days ago we received the sad news that Bismarck was dead* All of
Germany was deeply moved and everywhere, where German hearts beat, the sad
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Everyone realized that one of the roosttpowerful minds of all times had passed
away; one of those geniuses wh6 accomplish in a few years what whole generations
have tried to do in vain* He was one of those, who are loved and hated
without limit; who, often misunderstood by friend and foe alike, have to
travel their path in solitude, hut whose glorious achievements make overpowering

impression, simileur to great natural phenomena •How the people stand at

the bier of this greatest German of our time* The quarrel of the parties has
ceased and a certain solemnity prevails* All his contemporaries stand as one
man^ looking into the face of that lofty Titan, representing for all the
personification of German energy^ German ability, and German loyalty* He has
departed but he is not dead* Rendering his services to his time, he will
live through all ages*

Following the German speech, C* Samson rendered "Cantate** by Mozart , accom^
panied by the orchestra* Then the English speaker of the occasion, Ur* L*
Mills, was introduced and he said among other things:

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he achieves his great deeds, but it extends over the tihole world* The
outstanding and uplifting accomplishments of his mind are a blessing for
all nations* Outside his native country, the oindying Bismarck had nowhere
so many sincere admirers as among the people of the United States* We readily
recognize him as the genius, who reconstructed and united a great nation*

"The human race has produced only a few of those men, who, by the force of
their genius and by their marvelous deeds, have tinited people of like interests
and lifted them to the lofty heights of their historical traditions* ••••

"Abraham Lincoln was a true American but the influence of his character and
his greatness made him the ideal of all nations in the hearts of the world*
Mankind pays their heroes the highest tribute by claiming them as their very
own*

"In the spirit of this truth America now offers - their sympathies to the
German people* We grieve with them because of their great loss, the loss of
the most outstanding Oerman of the century, who, in his personality, representee
the hi^est characteristics of his people^ and united the German tribes to one

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nation* Being the most unique and constructive statesman of his time. If not

of all times the patriotic hero and Idol of his people, horn to he a leader and to

achieve, nhose memory is the inheritance of all -* this man of men * Bismarck..,.*

"0 Germany, you have lost your most gbrious sonl In your great grief accept a
wreath from the throbbing heart of this great republic to put it on his grave*

••Powerfxil Bismarck, builder of an empire, you have achieved peace for your people
and fame for your nation, and throu^ the magnificence of your mind you have
inflamed to greater enthusiasm the whole htiman racel Millions admire you with
dignified solemnityl Coming generations will honor the memory of yotxr marvelous
achievements! "

A most appropriate close to this unique festival furnished the orchestra by
playing "Igmonts - Overture" by Beethoven* In the name of the large assembly a
cablegram was sent to Bismarck's oldest son, expressing their sympathies*

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THE GEEl^MIA MAENNERCHOR.

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On occasion of the celebration of its 32nd Anniversary, the Germanie Maennerchor
was presented by its member, John A. Weiss, with a T>ortrait of the deceased
former 7 ice-Governor, Gustav Koerner. This excellent picture was painted by
Mr* Hermann von Michalowskl* Mr. Weiss gave, in his presentation speech,
a short sketch of the life history of Koerner, who participated at the famous
"storming of the city guard house in Frankfort", and then had retired to the
Americfin hinterland to do his share in the cultural task of the pioneers.

In his speech of accer>tance President Schneider valued the imDortance due to
Koerner* s merit, and the same was done by the official orator of the evening,
Mr. George B. Adams, who, as an expert Ainerican politician, used the opportunity
to give the Germans in general the customary compliments.

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A GLORIOUS CELEBRATION.

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At the Northsioe Turner Hell the annunlly arranged Schiller celelDrf-tion took "oliPoe
and the memhers and their friends of trie SchwahRn verein c^me in ^rep.t nunib'^'^'s in
st)ite of the vjifavor&'hle wer-.ther. The festival tps this time given in the form
of a "banqnet aj[i6 broii^nt honor to the arrrng^rs. As est^ecially invited quests
attended tne Gentlerr.en, Julius Rosenthal, Assistant Librrrirnn S. T". Gauss, Arnold
Holinger and the German Consul Dr. Krrl Buenz, The Ir-tter was introriuced to the
assenhly "by the -oresid^nt Wilhplm Srhoening ds the ^"irst festii^-al or^^tor. Dr.
Bur-nz closed his well ar)T)lauded sr^eech with the warning call of the ^rept T>oet:
"To the "beloved fathe-lsnd, he united. Hold f?st to it with your entire her?rt.
Here are tne strong roots of your -oower; there, in that strange land, you inust
stand alone." Additional ST)e<=chPS were held '"y ti'^e Messrs. Gauss, Rosenth'^l and
Arnold Holinger. Mr. Rosenthal suggested in his short sT)eech to invite f-^r
future Schiller celebrations also the ladies. The Senefelder Lie'-^er Kranz sang
several songs in the usual m- sterly way.

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GRAIH) OPENING CONCERT

The German and Scandinavian inhabitrnts ot the ITortiiwectside had yesterday a
Rendezvous at the Schoenhofen Hall, Kilwaikee anr Ashl?nd Avenues, where this
year* s festival season was opened "by a grand well-pret>ared concert and "ball. The
nxunher of the visitors was so larg-e, that ria^riy Ixcd to be satisfied with a
standing place in the Halls and Cluh-rooms, tn.rly sufficient proof of the
general "oo-oularity which Mr. Charles Richter, th(- jolly manager of Schoenhofen* s
Hall enjoys. The rich concert r>rogrf-r: was accomplished by mot less than nine
well known singing societies namely:L?c jes C:-Oir»js Flj^^a, Conductor Otto W.
Richter, Freier Saengerbund, Conductor 0. W. Richter, Singing Society Edelweiss,
Conductor Chas. Wolfskeel, Harmonien Singing Society (Danish), Conductor Victor
Lansky, Harugary Liedertafel, Conductor F. H. Hesse, ITormandenes Singing Society,
(Norwegian) Conductor John W. Kolberg, Schiller Liedertafel, Conductor Willy
Swensen, and Teutonia Male Chorus, Conductor Gus Ehrhorn.

The Kreutzer Q^artette, Conductor Grabriel Kateenberger did not ar>r)ear in spite
of their, given written promise. Officially represented were also the Danish
Brothers in Arms, the German Landwehr Verein, the German Kriegerkameradschaft,

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the Plattdeutsche Gruild No. U ana sevt ral uT:iu^r Ciuds tx:iit ^j^ve oneir head-
quarters in Schoenhof en' s Hall»...

The Concert turned out to be a real triumT)h of German and Scandinavian folklore.
Enthusiastic aDolause was also earned ty the "oiajiist George Hochleutner, who
again Droved himself an artist of rare t<:rlent.

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ABBHDPOST . Septemljer 25th, 1897.

Die Hermazm's Soehne
(Frat. Order t The Sons of Henoaim)

Hew Ulm, Minn* Sept* 25th,- Today was the main festival day in connection with the
Convention of the order of the "Rermannssoehne'^'by which the beautiful Hermann aoimBiatat
was consecrated.

The election of officers had the following result: Grand Lodge President: Julius
Schuetzet the well known German-Texan Editor, First Vice President: Aug* Behrens of
Illinois, Second Vice President: Waldemar Stein of Ifontant, Grand Lodge Tmeasurer:
Ennrad Walther of IllinoiSt Grand Lodge Secretary: Hichard Schaefer of Connecticut*

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ABEHCPOST, September 20th, 1897.

At The J0II7 Round Table.
The Senefelders Celebrate their 29th Birthday.

With a gay banquet » led by the honorary member » Emil Hoeehster, in college faehiont
the *Senef elder Llederkranz" has celebtated in Gallaver^s Hall its 29th anniversary*
It was an extramely jolly drinking-bout* spiced with German song and German homor,
and many a "stein" was emptied to the future prosperity of the birthday celebrant.
In an enthusiastic address President Anton Graff recalled the glorious past of the Cliib
and honored then the gallant brother John Ortmann, who is a member for 25 years,
with a degree of honorary membership, former Secretary, Theo Janssen, presented a
poetic congratulation that culminated in the wordst-

"Long live the friendship, live the love for song, Tou, ibom the tie did make so
great and strong* Clink your glasses! - Their sound's reflection shall "lust for
song" make live forever I

The "Senefelder Liederkranz counts at ptesent 210 members*

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"In The Midway."

With a great display of humor and unique art of arrangement, the Midway Plaisance of
the World's Tair, was brought back to life yesterday by the Northside Turngemeinde
in the new Club Hall at Wells Streets As the real hall did not suffice for the
purpose of the arrangement, the courtyard had to be used also for the celebration
during the afternoon and alike the unforgettable glorious time of the Jackson Park
dance crowds of visitors, fluctuated between the different attractions. The
Turners, Georg Alles ("Rosa") and George Hess ("Trilby") exhibited themselves in
the yard with shuddering naturalism as "belly-dancers". Turner Rudi Kohtz shone as
a magic^skllled fakir; Arthur Seeger and Ernest astonished all by their skill in
the sword dance. In the hall sounded, in horrible imitation, the wild roar of
Hagenbeck* s beasts, it brayed the blaring brass-band music of the German Village,
it clamored the exci,ted driving of the Streets of Cairo, and the public yodeled
their applause to the prodiactions of the Vaudeville stages. • .In the evening the
Interior of the Hall was changed into "Old Vienna" and with their famous amiability,
the Turner-Sisters took good care of the feeding of the guests. And that nobody
had to suffer of thirst does not deed extra mentioning! The Club can be well
satisfied with the success of this festival

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Cannetatter Volksfest.
(Schwaben Picnic)

▲ 'beautiful festival paisphlet with a poetic welcome* salutation was presented to *
every visitor at the entrance to Ogdan's Grove yesterday, while al)ove the gate a
hlack and red "banner greeted with its historical inscription: ''Hie Out Wuerttemberg
Allewege*^ At the festival grounds busy life and gaiety ruled alreetdy at the early
noon hours# An excellent program was performed during the day, including two stage
plays, *Der Schwaehische Dorf Barhier'^ and ''Ser Eleine Postilion*, and that the
1893 Hiesling** found warm friends needs no special mentioning*

Acrobatic performances, a comic show^ shadow pictures of the old country, dance
and concert music, brilliant fireworks and the wonderful illumination of the farl:
provided the entertainment of the guests of whom certainly none went home dissatisfied*

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••Der Alien Bhrentag*
(Old Settler* s Picnic)

Although not favored by the "best weather, yet the 23rd yearly picnic in honor of the

old settlers of Chicago was held yesterday in the traditional harmonious and

pleasant way at the local historical Ogden Grove. ^

The preparations for the festival were 9^1n in the hands of the Chic ago Tumgemeinde
who accepted this honorable duty years ago and who will keep it up in the future*
Mr. Imil Hoechster distributed the medals after the customary fiery address and
among the prize crowned winners are: Oldest German Settlers, -LOren« Baer(57 years
in Chicago), Mrs. Anna Xmst (65 years in Chicago) t Oldest Settlers of nOn- German
origin, ♦H. A. Ward(63 years in Chicago) and Mrs, Martha Hammer(6U* years in Chicago.)

The young German-American generation was asked, in an earnest appeal to their
hearts to keep up the manners of their ancestors and preserve German character and
customs*

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Jur^^e Thecdoie Brentano, a sol^--n fectival-Vrjiq ;.et, at v?hi: h ever
one: hunured persons took p'.rt. Spc:'?hcs -.v^rc ::^: de ly I.:essrs» Otto

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The speech, in r'^turnjn.: thanks, culr^iino. ted in enthusicstic chorrr,
for the 3er:.;ania ".'en's Cho'r, v;hi.ch at all tir.cs sh'.v.ld h a ir.odel
to tie l^,^ter ^rovrth of Ger:.:an-Ariericrns of the ycun:; giant cit^,.

In tl'e na:r:e of the clulv, I'.r. Harry Ruhrrs prcscr;t-?d to t-.e -jest of
honoT* a "beaLitifully lound alhuin, in '::hz h in srleniid cali{:Taphic
ex.jcutlon, thp; follo'.vinfj rosclution of thanhs T/as inf^crired:

"xho General-ineetinr^j of V''^ "oraania ''en*s C::orus 'i rcv;:th expresses

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its thsjiV.s to the rotirln:^ Frosideni, V.v. Theodore Brentano, for his
diligent, considerate, and sr.crificin^; concluct of the society's
affair3, during tre last tliree years. Under difficult and discouraging
condition^, he has, vrlth powerful hr.nds ccndic^.ed the cluhs-ship over
d n^jerous craj^s. In ti::ie3 of ^-en-reil financial crisis, and "business
exigen-^ies, he has saved the funds of 'duG clu'b and even increased it,
and at the sa^.ie tine, he has _:ive;. consideration to every just requnst
of the menhers. Supro^ted ly his aiiiahle 'vifo, the artistic part of the
society's activity, w s ^roncted in Q.\^?.r'j way, and at the end of a three
years troubled period of Chiccao'i' !ii story, the clu'b still stands
23roud nnd virile at the 'lead of the German Sociable societies.

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GSRi/AN

&Ey0.iAN IN EVAl^STON.

In the Music Hall on Universit;" "olpce, "between Orrint^^ton and Snerman Av'=n\ies, th^re
will, on Decoration Day, lip.y "^Ist, be held tlie clos^nf c^^leh-^-^-tion O"^ the O-^^rman
classes of Northwest^^rn University, A v^ry interesting -nrogvr^m h^s "been wor^-:ed
out for this occasion, in tne T)erf ormance of which, the Germa.nia Men* s Chorus,
under the leadersni^ of Mr. Henry Schoenefeld, will also -oarticioate. At the
beginning of tne festival, in honor of Decoration Day, the audience will sing
"America." 3y the Germania I.-en' s Chorus the following sonars will "be -oerforTned:
"Morgengruss" (:.:orning G-reeting) by Srhubert-Schoenefeld , "Lutzow's wilde Jagd"
( Wild Hunt) by Weber, "Ossian" by Beschnitt(3aritone-Solo Mr. Charles -u^re)
and finally the "Pilgerchor" from Tannliauser by ' agner. As last >Ait one T>er-
f ormance, the farce by Rosen "Ein KnoDf" ( A Button) will be given.

The assisting persons are: Miss Jessie G. Sawyer, Miss Mabel E. Messner, Mr.
3. 3. 3obb and Mr. H. C ^-'assweiler. Special attention must be called to the
Fisk quartet. Beginning of tne festivals is at 7:^ in the evening.

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the Suabi3.n Sociecy, (who h-ive r.ade it their task, to celebrate the favorite
Jernan poet's birthd'jy every year). In tho lar^e hail of the north side Turner
Hall last ni'_ ht a ban.^uet was given v/hicn developed in .o an elevating nieiaorial
celebration. At the four lon^; taoles, sat about 400 v^uests, while t the table
of the executive co.aaniotee, tlio officers of Lhe society, the official speaker and
:he guests of honor v/ere seated. They were l..essrs# assistant librarian C, !'• L.
Gauss, Consul Arnold r:oiin^'er, l/vrry Rubens, ::. henry Kraft and Julius Rosenthal.
Th^e princi^^'^l spe-iker speaker of uVie evening , Lr. Z. Y. L. Gauss, dealt with the
ivheme ••The Popularity and universality of cchiilor** in his usu-^.l imsterly v/ay,
dr^eaker caid tribute to tVie Suabian .'ocietv for adherin'-; to the ideals of aerrm^.ns
stren^r^th and Gerixai spirit, and closed \;ith the words: and so tod^y I do not
want only to nraise the eood v/ork be^run, but also oo issue the warnin;':, not to be
sl.^ck in spreadin[^ the f ine of our Schiller, because v/itii his faine comes his
strength, contributing to the hi^''hest achJ.eveine>Tbs to the whole huiir^n race. ..hat
is done in this direction, happens, like in Lhe [-reat poet's ballad of the Bell,
with whici", his public work en be corripared: ''It beats the ::ietallic crovrn, till

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it ediiyingly spreadc its sound", thorefore choars I'or Zchiller in -iineric^i.
second ■md last speaker, I..r. H' rry Aubaiis dv/elt on zhe importance of Schiller's,
in regard to his civilizinv; ini'luence upon the Jernian.^ in i/neir adopted TatVier-
land. He was rewarded -.vith rich appl-.use. dhorter speecjies v/ere held by Lessrs.
Kolinc-ar, uustav otie.fjli^.z and Julius Rosenthal. ' The Senefelder Liederkranz took
care of a oleasant variation, by oerfoririinb^" sevsrr<l of its ;nost beautiful son^^s.

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OLD PEOPLE'S CELEBRATION. \vy

PROGRAM OF THE OLD SETTLERS 22nd PICNIC

The Annual festival, arranged "by the old Settlers, under the ausT)lce8 of
the Chicago ^umgemelnde (Turner's Society) which should have "been held
last Monday, in Ogden's Garden, but has to "be postponed on account of
inclement weather has now "been definitely settled for Monday, Augast 3^^*

A big attendance may be expected also on this occasion.

This festival, repeated every year, is given in honor of our old German
pioneers, who in many instances, through their own strength and inde-
fatigable industry, in spite of adverse conditions, have achieved wealth
and independence, and also found time, to T>ay full attention to the
influence developed by the Germans. . .For this reason, the Festival of
the Old, is also an imoortant event to the young, and at the same time
a reminder, to follow the example of their parents, and to be proud
of their German descent.

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At the irorth Side Turner Kail which wf^.s t::.stefully decor-ted for this occasion,
a ^reat nunioer of G-erna-n patriots and their ladies .nsser.hled for the bajiquet
celeor; tin^- the Tv/ent.y-f if th Anniversary of the Peace of i'rrnkfort. './eef^e's
Iiilit/^-ry Band opened the v-ro^^rrn with ''eber's Jubilation Overture, while the
participatin,c Vetert-^-n Orgr.nizations marched into t-e hall with tlieir b-inners
ajid fl_{^s. JiKlf^e Brentano, introduced as festiv 1 '^resident by !'r, OeoT{r,e
Buettner, delivered a short address, in v.hich he re:^:inded the nudience of the
niaftnif icent oeace celebr.-.tion of twenty-five ye rs a^'o bj -.'le G-ernan r;o-ulation
of Chicago. Ke expressed his satinfo.ction that the united G-ermany not only
in arms but also in the peaceful do^.ains of arts mid sciences, does taJce a
leading cosition, E, ?. L, Gruss recited c self-coirrosed r>rolof;ue. Dr. Karl
Buenz, the GerncJi Consul was the first srealcer. !.!r. Henry Kachneister
pro osed a toast for ii^iser V/ilhelm the i'irst. President V/illiam 1 eyer of the

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Plattdeutsche Central Association of North America loictured the ruggedness of
the German x^eople "before the victorious Yiar against France. After singing of
"Heil Dir, Germania" and r>laying of the Parisian Entrance March^ Mr, Emil
Hoechster gave a toast to the •true uniter of Germany' the **01d Chancellor
Bismarck'', to whom then a telegram was sent. The outstanding oratorical
achievement of the evening was delivered hy the Justice of the Peace, Max
Eherhardt, with the t0T)ic "The Germans in Arr.erica "before and after the War
of IS70 to I87I" . He pictured the pi^eer work of the Germans in America,
their "brave intervention for the endangered Union; their quiet civilizing
work for the social and harmonious life and the "beautiful arts. Gratefully
the orator acknowledged that the unification of the German neoDle prevents
the Germans ahroad from r)arting too quickly with their nationality. With an
ar)r>ea.l for the new fatherland Mr. Eherhardt closed his sneech: "With the enth-
usiasm with which the greatness of our old fatherland does overnower me, I
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old fatherland has "become strong and mighty "by your assistance - your new
fatherland does need this aid in order not to iDe detained on the road to
T)rogress, in order that it does raise its voice for justice and freedom in
the council of the nations, in order that the teachings of a Washington and
Jefferson do not only find willing ears, hut also strong arms for their
defense!"

Several musical numbers and two a.d(^resses, one "by Mr. George Buet.tner ahout
"Gerinany as a Biilwark of Peace" and one "by Dr. J. A. Schmidt who t)aid due
tribute to Womanhood, "brought a satisfying conclusion to this patriotic
festivity.

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Tne Silver J-'j.'bilee of the Gf^m.-Mi E^-mire.

To-dry ife is 25 y^^-^s, since Wilhelm I, YAt.e ^'^ Prussia v^r.s m^r'e Er-neror o;
C-err.p.ny, in the French tov.T. of Versailles ^rin received the hi^^hest ovrtion of all
the G-errian -nrinces ^-nd trie army. Tor the :<^ir?t ti'i'-e in *rpny years, the flngs
a^r-.in srlut- d a German E:n-oeror. It v/as a^-'ain a '':inited G-rrmcny.

The nr-st yer- r has v:itr.' Rsed rrert celebr^^tions, for tiie 2n yer-r^sijubilee of the
G-errnan victories, and h^'S riven the iro'"^r5al chnr.cellor, Bismarck, a oirthdr.y
cele'br?- tion r. s nev*^r -r:- s •"'"''•en a "iri^" te citizen "be-^ore. "Rpve in Oaic''\^o the
victori'^s hhve ;rTso h<^en celeljrrted, nn^' t::e ^Oth "birthdry of the nan of "blood and
iron, wr-s f^r^^r^tly honored, ^h^re v^ere v^ry few Cr'-mans v^ho ?/ere a"bsFrt fro^^^
these c^lebrrtions.

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Today every Grerman must unite in cheering the German Empire. Today we do not
celebrate past victories, which have been deathdays for many thousands. Today we
celebrate the birthday of the whole German Empire. On the Igth of January IS7I iJ^
Versailles, France peace was bom together with the German Empire. If the peace,
which was concluded later in Frankfurt for am eternal oeriod has lasted for 25
years, thanks are due to the German Empire. Without a strong Germany the various
German States would have been crushed a long time ago in bloody battles. Without
the German pnpire the German states could not have developed the economic and in-
dustrial progress which Germany has made. All political parties must agree that
only a united Germany will be strong and for this reason every German in Chicago
and the United States regardless of party must give his applause to the German
empire on the day of its 25th birthday.

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Schiller Celebration*

Under the auspices of the Qerman Society of the Northwestern tTnlrersltyt the
memory of Schlller^s birthday was celebrated last evening In the Congregational
Church at Ivanston* 7he celebration was dignified and extremely expressive* A large
American flag and the German aolors decorated the diurcb«organ« Busts of Schiller,
Goethe and Lesslngt placed along the edge of the choru8-«galleryt looked down on the
fairly packed audience, irtilch had come to honor the memory of the greatest German
poet*

The well arranged program was opened with the Introduction and reception of the
rector and professors of the North Western University as guests of honor* Then
various fine songs of Mrs. Brentano and of the Germanla Chorus followed* Recitals
of Schiller poems and various talks on Schiller* s life wound up the entertdnment
of the evening*

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The St. Ppulus Cxeineirxde
(St. Paulus Con^:;regrition)

The "Seventh GerLicn & Catixolic Festivf^l of the old Settlers" was held yestsrdpy
at Oswald's Garden under the ausnicies of thp St. Paulus Con^reg^^tion. A large crowd
of old and, yoxv people h^=d come to enjoy this well arranged celehration. As in
previous years, the T.ain ^ttr:.ction of the (Ipj:/ .:<^s thp present -tion of gold medrls
to the oldest mernlDers of trie con^re^'ation. A Jolly d-nce wound uid the festivity,
which will "be rer.eL^bered "by ell who were i^resent.

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Aliendpost. May 13, 1S95#

SEDAN TESTIVAL

GERMAN

The ••German Warriors Clul) of Chicago, has made the following appeal: In all
towns and villages of Germany especially in Berlin and Leipzig, the Sedan
festival will be celebrated September 2nd in a magnificent manner. The
German Press and also the American ones have already informed us, two years
ago, that we axe expected to join these celebrations over there and that we
will be received very warmly.

Though a long time has past since those memorable days, they will remain un-
forgettable to those, y^tio have risked their lives for the glory of their
fatherland. All those fighters of 1S6U, 1S66, 1S70 and 1871 have helped to
form a united Germany, which protects its citizens in all narts of the world.
We also, in the great free land of America, of which we have become citizens,
have felt the advantage to be descendants of a United Germany, great and
mi^ty and not torn up as before. The majority of our fighters have become
old and grey, and many have been laid to an eternal rest. Only the minority will

be able to celebrate the festival with their still living conrades in the

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midst of the German "oeople. We as the last surviving ones will also soon be
called to the great army • Because of this the Chicago Veterans have already
planned for years to send an excursion to Germany to enjoy some hapT)y hours
with the still living companions in arms. Many applications, to take part,
have come in from all parts of the country, which shows the tremendous
interest in this affair.

Comradesl You are invited in the first placel Naturally everybody can take
part in the excursion, hut it is essential, that all former soldiers of the
German Army, who with to take Dart in the entran ce march in Berlin shall
announce this especially in their application* Prices have been so reduced,
that everybody can take part.

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THE WORKMEN'S PARADE.

The May day parade took place this afternoon. Besides the various Social-
istic organizations, a number of gymr.astic clubs and singing associations took
part. The parade headed by the grand marshal, Ernest Lowa, started punctually
at 2 o'clock from the corner of Jterket and Randolph Streets to Lake Street to
Wabash Avenue, South to Jackson Street, West to Clinton Street, North to Mil-
waukee Avenue, to Euron Street and Aurora Gymnastic Hall. In the hall Tommy
Morgan and Richard Braunschweig made speeches in English and German and em-
phasized the importance of the eight hour working day. Under the auspices of
the Socialistic Workmen's party tonight a great May day demonstration took
place in the "Vorwaerts" gymnastic hall. Philipp Rappoport of Indianapolis
speaks in German about the importance of the day, Cahan of Ner; York and M.V.
Britzins of Chicago speaks in English.

Several local singing clubs celebrated at the festival.

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I^ ^ ^ Bismarck Celebration.

^^^ ^ ^ Brilliant festival in the Northside Gymnastic Hall.

A not to be forgotten feast was the grand commers, to all guests who met last
night In the Northside Gymnastic ^all, to celebrate the 80 years birthday of Prince
Bismarck. The success of the festival exceeded the highest expectations. The roomy
hall was filled to capacity by Germans of every trade who shook hands in jubilant
enthusiasm to honor the man, who had won their hearts. The stage was decorated with flo-
wers of all colors and in the center was a colossal picture of the chancellor, draped
with the black-white-red flag. The picture was the work of the painter, Hermann
Michalowski. Behind the oicture the mRisicians of the Kalbit:;?, military band sat in f
their smart infantry guard \iniforms. The gallery was decorated with garlands of fir
branches. Mr. August Fiedler, presented by Emil Hoechster as president of the festival,
opened the affair with a short soeech, ano emohasized that the festival did not origi-
nate from the associations, but has a general universal national character. He asked
all present to raise a thundering cheer in honor of the Jubilee and it took some time i-
till the second speaker assistant librarian Mr.F.L.Ganss could take the floor. The ;'
prologue which followed, had been composed by the soeaker himself, and was of such !
stirring enthusiasm and lightning effect, that he was interrupted at various occasions
by stormy applause. The first speaker at the festival was the German Consul, Dr. Karl
Berentz about the subject: "Bismarck as a unifier of the German emoire".

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The speakers following were: Wilhelra Borke, J. P. Steppes (about Bismarck as — -
Politician) Joseph Schlenker, N.A.von MsHstein and Emil Hoechster". Between the
single ST>aeches greatly applauded by all present, patriotic songs were sung. The
musical Potpourri Germany's reminiscences of the years 18'^0-1?71" composed by the
conductor Laro formed the end of the official celebration after which the follow-
ing telegram was sent to Prince Bismarck, inspired by Mr^Hoechster.

"Eight hundred. men of German descent attending the celebration of the eightieth
birthday of yoiir Highness, send, in enthusiastic admiration and appreciation, their
best wishes. May God give you a long life to the satisfaction of all Germans all
over the world. "

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The Bismarck celebration. Appeal for cooperation in the great festival.

Nimbrous German-American citizens and representatives of German associations
arrived last night in the cl\ibrooms of "Old Quincy N6«9" ^or the discussion of the
intended Bismarck celebration. A very animated and ehthusiastic spirit was preval-
ent everywhere, so that a complete success of the festival could already be predict-
ed, Mr.Emil Hoechster, the chairman of the general committee, being elected a week
ago, opened the meeting. Mr. Louis W.H.Neebe was elected secretary. According to
the report read by Mr. Paul Haedicke the executive committee was formed as follows:
Chairman, Jos.Schlenker, Sec. Paul Haedicke. Press Committee Haedicke, Neebe and
Van Massov. Programme and spealcers Committee: V.Manstein, Lindemann and Neebe,
Decorative Committee Masse, 7. Massov and Jaeschke, Music Com.Jaetschke, Neebe and
Haedicke* The recommendation of the general Committee to hold the festival on the
1st of April in the Northside Gymnastic hall without women was accepted. Every guest
had to pay $1.00 but was entitled to free beer and lunch. Cigars and other drinks
had to be paid for. The press committee had worked out the following appeal to the
Germans of Chicago which met with great ao)roval: "As far as the speaking of the
German language extends on the first of April of this year, the birthday of the
founder of the present Germany is celebrated, who now finishes the SOth year of a
hero's life. As unique as Prince Bismarck is in the history of Germany, so unique

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will "be the celebration, which the GermsLn world is arranging for the 1st of April, 1?95*

Ten years ago at his 70th birthday, a National Bismarck celebration was h^ld in
Germany, which was so splendid, the likes of which have never before been arranged for
an uncrowned person. At that time the Iron Chancellor was still in office, and guided
the policy of the German Smpto with an incomparable master hand. Today he has re-
tired into private life, and notwithstanding this fact the Bismarck celebration will
be greater and more splendid than the previous one. It will not only be a celebration
of the Germaji Nation, but of the German world. History has no second examule of such
an enormous, elementary, voluntary allegiance to a private perF^on. All over the world
where the Germans live in all countries, towns and villages this day will be celebrated
with gratitude for the deeds of this great man. Also in Chicago one of the greatest
meeting places of Germans in the U.S. of A., the general desire for such a celebration
has been expressed. The following gentlemen will make festival speeches: Consul Dr.
Buentz, Wilhelm Borke, Dr.Theodor Bluthaidt, and ^aul Kaidicke. The Kalbitz musical
choir of 30 musicians has been engaged for the festival. The next meeting will take
place March 30 ^^ the same hall.

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FRCL THij jAClISOr T^^Y.

..,^ae Gerrifnia Clu"b o:^ Cnir:,iro hrs bo^i^^ht the cnr.^lpte munificent exhilDition
of the Berliner Porzellrn-'.'rinufaktur (Tup Berlin Porcelain !:rnufactr;re) in the
■oalace of indiisti'y, including: the i^-rr-.nd allef^oricnl r)ainting whose v/onr^erfnl
oeauty hr-.s ciifrrned millions of visitors durin^^ the 7rorlr"'*s Frir. The entire
de-o.-^-rtrn^nt vdll "bp set ut) in the G^rrpnia Clubhouse just r!S it could "be seen
in the T)r:lace of industry.

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^HE OEPI'M: house of TrDL ;VORID»S FAm/

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Sev^r-tl loroininent CTern-ps of the Il'^rthside pre rich inter'^sted in the tjI.or, to "cjiy
the G-^"-rrx.n Ho--se o"^ the V/orld' s fiiir, ^ixcl to i>iv.ove it to Lincoln Prrk. The c-^ffair
was not yet discu-3sec *vvith the Park CoJii-^iri-d triers, cind. it is hc.rdly T>op?:il^le thr-t
they w'.ll consider the T.-)lrn« Ct-G of tn^in g;"'ve r.s nis r)rrsora7L OTDinion, thr t no
nore ouildin^rs sno'ilr* oe olr-ced in Lincoln Pc.rk ; nd thr:t .all sv'iilaole -"oace should
08 us'cl for plr^nting nnd for r':'ytin^: -^^l-rcs. Th-r" f r- in the ir.medi^.te vicinity
of Lincoln P-.rk r'^rXiy pieces of Ir-n^, thr-t :ire .lust rr. sriitaole for the nrcjecl
he rjj-^r.c its

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THE Gi;?2vCAN FLOATS ON CHICAGO DAY

/k lengthy account published on Oct. 9, contained the follovring figures:
one-half million people visited Chicago. • • • 300,000 persons cane to
see the Jorld*s Fair during the last forty-eight hours. . • • • Kore
than 400 railroad trains of double capacity v/ere Dressed into service. •
• . • A computation of the total n\m.;er of tickets sold cannot be made
at this late hour. .... i\n item to appear on oct. 11, says there \vas
an unprecedented attendance of 718,526 for the ..lorld's Fair on Chicago

Day A list of large figures and dates is to be appended for

comparison. • • • . The ne:rb largest attendance ever had v/as for the
''Revue of the Union .Irmies," in 1865, estimated at 500,000. Transit/

The first float of the German group represented Gerinany; its art,

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The Illinois Staats-Zeitun^, Oct. 10, 1893*

science, and industry. Both floats used the pyranidal arrangement to
display the various figures. They were designed by Louis Kindt and
Louis Kurz. The actual reproduction was entrusted to LIr. Adolph Steidle,
who created a dramatic and effective ensemble with pleasing color com-
binations. The apex of the pyramidal display was formed by th3 living
figiire of Oermania standing atop the triumphal arch; apparel, arms, and
position reminiscent of the Niederwald noniiment. Underneat'ri this arch,
or rather in the pergola formed by its four square pillars, stands ''J.
Gutenberg,*^ inventor of the printing process and his compatriot *'Johann
Fust." "Gutenberg*' is shown reading the first proof which "FuGt" had
just taken from the press. To one side of this archway stands "John
Kepler," discoverer of the cosmic laws that rule our lanetary systen.
He is shown viewing the heavens through a telescope*. The follov.ang

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great men, who brought fame to Germany were also represented: Sebastian
Bach, the master of music; Immanuel Kant, Germany* s greatest philosopher;
Justus Liebig, the chemist; .JLexander von Humbolt, the naturalist; as well
as Johann .Volfgang von Goethe and J^iedrich von Schiller, the poets.

A good contrast was formed by the powerful blacksmith standing ne:cb to his
forge, s:^^bolical of Germany's industry that supplies world markets. All
the models, by their costumes and general appearance were so authentic and
so effectively presented that the subjects personified, such as Bachus and
the wine industry, became immediately apparent.

Education was represented by I.Iiss Lina Schaible, drama by LIrs. .7. Fabian, |~ '^^^ c
natural history by L!:iss L. Schuhmann, music by I.iss .i. Fabian, domestic
arts by I.iss F. IJueller. Ivliss Bertha Fabian played the part of ^Jllectra,"

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the goddess of electricity, a science vrhich plays a prominent part in the
teclmical" sciences of Germany at the present time. Indicative of the
futxire development and importance of electricity, the winged figure stood
on an elevation. The task of the Chicago Turn^^emeinde v;as to procure
actors for the German floats, and one of their officials, A. G. Hambrock,
superintendent of gymnastics, complied in a splendid manner. • . • •

The second float xvas provided through the contributions of the German
residents • It shov/ed hov-" our German-born .\merican citizens helped create
and defend freedom. 'Tnder the protection of the ^Goddess of Liberty,"
leaning against a shield and upholding the American flag in her right
hand, stand the German generals Steuben, Kuehlenberg, De Ilialb, von
Herkheiner, Siegel, the heroes of Valley Forge in 1776 and the Civil \var,

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xvith their Psnnsylvanian - German sol aers v/ho fought on .^erican soil,
and the Chicago Turner regiments. Needless to say, historically accurate
costumes and uniforms were used. In the center of this group was a large,
open book with the years 1776 and 1361 printed on its pages; the eventful
years of glory so significant in our German-american history. Surmounting
this book, one perceives the American eagle hemmed in by a huge forest of
flags. Near the ^Goddess of Liberty" is "Abraham Lincoln," calling the
people to arms. The friends of free institutions gather for the defence,
the German Turners in the vanguard.

The "Goddess of Liberty" was enacted by Lliss £lla Schultz. ....

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THE GSCiAN FLOATS ON CHiaiGO DAY

JRfO illustrations, about 5" x 7", appear in this issue. The first showB
a group of soldiers and a flag with the inscription Valley Forge to the
left. On the right side are a number of Geniians of Chicago in their
gyranasium uniforms, and a banner with the inscription of "Chicago Turn-
gemeinde.** A log house with an American flag appears at an elevation,
slightly to the left of the center. Further back and still higher, form-
ing the center, is a pedestal on vjhich the Goddess of Liberty stands with
the American coat of arms and fla.^. Prophetically, and in conformity
with modern trends, she looks to the left, pointing the flag that way. A
number of iimerican flags, arranged as a fan, are in front and below the
log house and pedestal, forming the true center of the design. At a lower
level is an eagle with a wing spread of about seven feet, inclining its
head and holding in its claws, an e ually large, open book with the years 1775
and 1861 on its pages. The scene or ground is a rock-covered mound. The
dimensions are not given. Using the figure in the foreground as a gauge

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung> Oct* 9, 1893.

and assuming this soldier to be five feet eight inches tall, the
float wduld be thirty feet long and about nineteen feet high* This coin-
cides with the available proportions of the Chicago float, which was twelve
feet v;ide and thirty feet long* Both illustrations are linework sketches*
There will be twenty-five floats in the parade, including the two German
displays. England's float is to be drawn by tv/elve horses, likewise the
panorama of Sweden; the latter having a mythological theme* Ireland will
present St* Brendan aboard a fragile boat* According to Hibernian folklore,
he is the discoverer of ^\merica* The second float will be the spirit of
Erin* Poland will have four floats. ... France, two. .... Almost all
nationalities will be represented.

For the last float a huge dragon has been tentatively selected* The

grev/some reptile will be illuminated by 2,000 alternating green and red

incandescent lights in<=;talled by the jidison Company* iJlso, the famous fire

engine, "Old Economy,** of the Chicago Fire \vill be there, manned by five

veteran members of the original volunteer company of nine. ... * Germans /y\

in connection with the above are: N. Duhach, captain; John Stoltz, leader ^^:uni '^

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of the fire hose crew; R. Stringer, teamster. The article covers
about five full pages and is continued through two edit ions /T

Float 1. '^The Spirit of laisic," sxirrounded by a select female chorus of
fifty in costume conducted by Prof. Q. KJatzenberger* In the foreground
there are three young girls; the girl in the center is beating time with
a silver baton, the ones on either side of her carry a triangle and a flute.
To the rear there are allegorical figures v/ith lyre, reed fife and tam- .^
bourine. During the parade the chorus will sing 3. G. Pratt's hymn, ^LoY^y
and Liberty," as -veil as other patriotic airs^ '*7; S'f-.A

Float 2. "Chicago I .fill J" This float is surrounded by all the States of
the Union welcoming the people of the earth. On the four corners are the
muses of sculpture, music, science, and literature. "Chicago" is enthroned
on an elevated platform mounted u^on the globe. The predominating color
scheme of this assembly is rrold, fra^.ed vjith silver and white. It was
built by yx. A. Steidle, 106 Randolph .I'treet, and is twelve by thirty feet.
The float will be dra n by eight horses^ supplied by the James Kirk Company.

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Float 7. ^Coirmerce of Chicago,". . . . Drawn by eighteen horses,
three abreast, led by men in mediaeval array. ... a contribution of the
Chicago Stock Exchange.

Float 8. ^Columbus at the Spanish Court.'' This portrays the well-known
scene in which Isabella decides to pawn her crown jewels to raise the

necesseory money for the expedition This work of -dloys Loeher

will be drawn by six black horses loaned by the Seipp Brev/ery. • • . •

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G2mL^l V3TER.\NS

Preparations have been completed for the gala celebration of Gterman
veterans, to be held on Oct. 8 in the German Village of the iorld's Fair,
and if the weather man favors the former Gerraan soldiers, success will be
assured. The management of the G-rman Village has offered to waive its
customary admission charge for all veter-ms that participate in the
parade. This arrangement villi undoubtedly attract a large attendance.

Mr, B. A. von Ilanstein is the festival marshal and first speaker. Comrade
llassow, of the German Veteran's dissociation of Chicago, will be marshal of
the First Division, and Adjutant Llarsch, of the South Chicago Veteran's
Club, will be his assistant.

Comrade Reichert and Adjutant J. Valentin, of the Town of Lake Veteran's
Club and the Vfeffengenossenverbein (Arms Fraternity) , will be in charge of
the Second Division. The Crdre De Bataille is subject to correction, as

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out of town applications are still arriving. In regard to the latter, re-
ports have been received fron: Landwehrverein, of Cincinnati JJjanA defence
Club, in reality a definite classification specifying a certain age limit;
men not older than thirty-nine years. This ruling in 3ffect fron 1859 to
the .Vorld ./ar. Cther standards prevailed in Germany d^oring the Napoleonic
era. Transl^, Llilitary Club of iilgin, Veterans Clubs of Elmhurst, Joliet,
Davenport, Dubuque, Allegheny City and Kriegerkameradschatt (V/arriors
Comradery) Kenosha.

The village v/ill be brilliantly decorated. Dr. P.ichter, German Commissioner
and member of the Government Board, and his staff have been invited.

In spite of all the preparations the veteran's festival entailed, the man-
agement of the German Village has not forgotten Chicago Day, to be held
Monday, Oct. 9, when the village will again be colorfully adorned. ....

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THE GEra^ANS ON CHIC. .00 DAY

The General Comnittee for the participation of the Germans in the Chicago
Day celebration held its session yesterday at the Title and Trust Building,
with Lip. Hesing presiding. Up to the present time some very favorable re-
ports have been received regarding the financial situation. The sub-com-
mittee '.'hich has the probler, of obtaining the necessary funds, has been in-
creased by eiglit additional members. Among those added were H. '^Vullf and
Alderman Joseph Ernst, ^.^essrs. riesing, »•• ;:itern, .u Hahne, as well as K.
Kaerting and L. Kindt have been appointed as an iJxecutive Committee v/ith
full authority to select the subjects to be displayed on the floats. It was
decided that one float should represent sc-mes of the participation by the
Germans in the --vm-^^rican Uevolutioa and the Civil .ar; the second, should
portray German rvrts and ocl'-nces; the third, should depict C^ermany's in-
dustrial activities. The executive committee will meet tomorrow afternoon
at 2 o* clock in IJr. Hesing 's office at the Illinois Staats-Zeitung Bldg.

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In hon^-r of the far.ious African explorer, Dr. Peters, the '}ern:an Com-
raissionf^r, Regiarung's Ret (Official Councillor) Richter, has arranged
at the German village of the 7/orld's fair a banquet to which the folloTzing
gentle::.en were invited:

Profeifsor Dr. Waetzold, Conmissi'^'ner for educational exhibitions; Dr»
Lichtenfeld, Co^.imissioner for the University exhibition; Assessor Sngel,
Ccin:iiissioner for the mininr: exhibition; "onsul G-enera-l Spiess; Inspector
Haller; Re^*ierungs Baunieistor( C-ovcrnmcnt Architect) Jaffoe; Mr, Coblenz,
Prrpident of the Chnriber of Comrierce c.t Bin^-en; Vinery proprietor Sturm from
Ruedesheim, Vice Cons'ol Di*. Kopp.

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In the IIorthsiJe-Turnerliall this w-^ll-kno^vii sin^:in>;r Cl^-'b celeor- ted yest^rdc-y
its ^5tli y-c.r ju'bilee. The vroll '-ecor:;ted hrAl f?s filler, to the Ic- rt place "by the
200 mom&ers ar.d their fcnilies, of whom 'J'j are active slrir^^rs.

It is corr^xtly Sc.id in the festival DOok::"Due solel^^ to its zerlous striving,
an{3 efforts, can it attrioute its flo'zrishin^- conhitior ^-^nd the goodwill and good
opinion of the G-'^rmrTiS of this City,"

The v;elcoinin,e acdress was hel'"' oy the loresert or^'sident hr. E, lliederei-'^-^er,
who- c.lso "orf;3ented a silver rr-edtl to the only living active chprter mem'ber, the
financial Secret:ry, H. A. Planz, The ■o::.ssive mer:oers Henry Schmekl, G-. Kleinhaus,
Wm. Kesser.er nnd Scnmidt were nomin, t'^d as honorary rr»er'ilDors»

A v-.ry s-oeci^.l sr.rrjrlse w? s the oresentr tion of a "beautiful new silk fltg,
donated "by the -oc sr,ive meiuhers,

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DEDICaTICK of N:j;J south 3ID2 ST-^TJ ST-lEET TUi^>IKAiL Vv V

The South Side Turnverein And Singing Club Frohsinn

Take Possession

A splendid celebration marked the opening of the Turnhall yesterday. It
will be the Tmitual home of the South Side Turngemeinde and the sin.-^ing club
Frohsinn. The entire membership of both associations turned out and
marched from their former quarters, Freiberg* s Ilall on 22nd St., to their

nev; location v/itL streaming flaf-s and gay music Sunny hallxvays

provided ample room for the hundreds who sow^ht admittance to tiie auditori-
um while Veber's ^'Jubilee Overture*^ was being played. The orchestra con-
sisted of the best musicians of the Thomas Philharmonic dissociation, and was

conducted by ..Ir^ G-. Katzenberger ^t the conclusion of the music,

LIr. 1^. Baum the handed over the keys of tlie building to D. Llueller,
president of the club Frohsinn, and to C. llammesfahr, first speaker of
the South Side Turn Club. Llr. B. Baum, the architect v;ho supervised the
erection of the building was detained by illness, and therefore the

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ceremonial presentation vras made to him by proxy, his son taking
his place • The women of iLatzenberger's Chorus and the members
of Frohsinn saing from V/agner*s famous ''Tannhaeuser," "How
Gladly V/e Greet the Kall.*^ Accompanied by the orchestra, it v/as most im-
pressive.

The difficulties encountered by the South Side Turngemeinde in its quest
for a suitable location which would enable future expansion, were v;l;11
described by Yx. T. Oehne in his festival address, which he gave in
German. He said:. • • • ''It v.as in Dec, 1885, nearly eight years ago,
when twelve men collaborated to organize a Turnverein on the South Side;
a venture which had been repeatedly unsuccessful. But our undaunted men
could not be discouraged nor dissuaded, v/ithin a few ir.onths on Februairy
22, 18S6, v;hen the first founders' festival was held, the club had al-
ready shoxvn signs of success, ./ithin a short time, two hundred members

had enrolled " He emphasized tl^e power derived from unity. • . .

At this time I»iayor Harrison arrived at the meeting, but because he was
rather breathless his speech was delayed for a time. In the meant ime^

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¥xs. Anna r'atzenberprer sanri; the aria "Thee, Beloved Hall** from
uVagner's ^Tannhaeuser," which received much applause. • • . •

Mayor Harrison was then introduced as the next speaker. lihen he mentioned
the great number of Germans residing in this city, almost half a million,
he could not restrain himself from feedin,^ the audience some political
honey All of them being potential voters

The building, located at 3143-47 State St., is three stories high; the
ground floor is rather high cind the facade is very ornamental. A beautiful
frieze and balconies and gables give it a very impressive exterior. • • .
The main entrance is twenty-five feet wide. .... Reliefs show the
busts of Beethoven and I-iozart, while at the center gable the head of Father
John, founder of the German gymnastic movement, has been reproduced.

The theater is seventy-five by one hundred and tv/enty-five feet; the stage
runs along the entire east ivall, and is probably the largest stage of any

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of our present halls* .... The gallery provides considerable

additional space. It is dignified and v;ell-proportioned

lifeiy it be v^ry successful in the future.

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p* 5« 6 - Austrian Day was celebrated yesterday on the Exposition Grounds.
This date was chosen because it coincides with the birthday of Frsmz
Joseph, emperor of Austria and Hungary* The festival was a spectacular
event which comprised three events, the parade, the celebration at the
Ohoral Hall and at the Industrial Falace and finally the gathering at
Old Vienna.

The parade traversed the main business sect ion. ..The weather was ideal. This
was the first time tlmt the Chicago Austrian and Hungsirian clubs had
united for a mass demonstration of such gigantic proportions, and one
must grant that it was a huge success especially in view of the short
advance notice.

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The parade started on Wabash -ive., near the Auditorium. At its head
was Mr« Ignatz Baum, festival marshal and chairman of the celebration
committee •

Unfortunately, one of the most elaborate floats, the one which portrayed
the Vindobona had an accident •••• A wheel broke off and the horses
shied* Consequently five lovely ladies had to display their gorgeous
gala regalia in a hired hack* There was no alternative* ••

The advance guard of the parade consisted of a troupe of Chicago policemen,
led by Lieut* Collins* Then followed the eiforementioned marshal with
his staff and the guests of honor, about 50 Cermans who were exhibitors
at the Fair* These gentlemen rode in gaily decorated cabs* Next in order
came the division of "Allied Austrians and Bavarieuis,** who are ethnologically
related*

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The AustrianHBavarisin Ladies' Club members rode in pompous coaches deco*
rated with ornate green embellishments. •• The Columbia Zither Club was
also in this group* The next division was composed of men and comely
girls from Tirol and Voralberg. A cavalcade of 25 Czlkos ( Hungarian
Cowboys) in their fantastic costumes, wide, white pants, red corset -
shaped Jacket with black cords, round hat with conspicuous band dis*-
playing the Hungarian colors, green, white, red , closed the parade.

We express our appreciation for the generous participation of the Hungarian
clubs, which supplied a surprisingly large contingent # This last division
contained the Austrian-Hungarian Club. The Hungarian Aid Society,
Hungarian Veterans, Hungarian Society, the Sarah Lodge of the Sisters of
Humanity smd the iCing David Lodge. Uost of them rode in coaches.

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The Austrian and Honved cavalry deserves to be mentioned* They maintained
order throughout the parade* The festively decorated floats in their
varied lines, as well as the allegorical and historical groups did much
to enhance the color scheme**..* At the Lusic Hall the main program
was composed of speeches and music* Knights in armor flanked the American
and Austrian flags^ the crown and bust of the Austrian emperor were

displayed on the stage and a eulogy of Austrian accomplishments,

was made by Dr* S. D* Sewards of New York.*..

The next address was given by Dr. Henry Bak of Chicago. He saidi
"Today's celebration is watched with interest by our old fatherland. It
will prove to Austria that we have not forgotten it, that it is still
living in our hearts. Today we proclaim Austria's and Hungary's glory....
Our patriotism is genuine and intense. Such a faithful son also makes

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a good citizen of America* We experience a constant yearning for the
church steeples and the verdant hills of our homeland and for the trees
shading the graves of our forefathers* This awakens in us a tender love
for the leind of our cradle, it makes us anxious to make sacrifices for
our beloved fatherland.**

He then spoke of Austrian accomplishments, particularly of the exhibits
at the ColimbisLn Exposition* His closing remarks weres **Our beloved
fatherlandf cuid our new country - will always be dear to us* Hail Columbia
is written on our banner, and *HoBe, Sweet Home* will forever echo in our
hearts ••

Ur. Hovarth was the Hungarian speaker* ***The festival ended amidst the
melodious strains of Rubinstein*8 **Banquet*** In Old Vienna at the Fair
military music furnished the chief attraction* The Austrian National
Hymn, and the German **Hail Dir, Im Siegerkranz,** were played**« Congratu«*
latory telegrams were sent to the Emperor of Austria, this day being
his birthday****

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... AUSTRIAN DAY.

p. 4.. Throughout Chicago and .America there is no distinction between the
two separate political entities of the new German empire and the Austro-
Hungarian monarchy. They all are American fellow-citizens faithfully united
to uphold our traditional rights and to promote the beneficial German influ-
ence which has done so much for the welfare of this nation.

Even abroad in their homeland one notes this fellowship of Germans from the
empire and the Austrian-Germans, although the world's history has traced a
political boundary between them for the last 27 years. The status of German
Austria today does not conform to Ludwig Uhland's speeches in the first Ger-
man parliament, wherein he demanded that '^Austria should be an integral part
of Germany. ••

Nevertheless today the Germans of the two separate empires have only one
heart and although there exists a distinct political division, they have
that satisfying assurance that they are united and protected against
aggression.

These then are the reasons why the 18th day of August, the specific Austrian

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day now held at the ..'orld's Fair, is as much a typical Gernan day as June
the 15th,. • both are synonymous of Germanism.

The Austrian and Gernan artistic and industrial accomplishments at the
exposition are a brotherly competition \^ich brought works of transcending
beauty and reached the apex of perfection.

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German-Ziinericaii Historical Play Featured*

The Sv/abians v/ill give their 16th annual folk festival at Ogden^s Grove today
and next v/eek, on Sunday the 20th, and on I.onday, the 21st. The festivities
this year v/ill be held in honor of the ..'orld's Fair and its visitors. •• The
inain feature of the program v/ill bs an historical performance, the product
of the genial Louis Kindt ;;ho functions in the dual role of author and
director.

The cast includes more than one hundred men and vvomen. The play in four acts
depicts the experiences and struggles of tl:e early Swatiiuis v/ho settled on
A-^nerican soil. The iQ^.in characters, Conrad V/eiser, and his son-in-lav/,
Iluehlenberger, are genuine historical figures.

Their names go back to the tinje v/hen our adopted Fatherland :i.^3 still a
British Colonial possession. The firGt scene shov/s the arrival of the
ov/abians and of the Ffaelzer under the leadership of the senior ..eiser, a
native of ./uerttemberg. The environment is the ochohane Valley in IJev/ York
state.

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They were- employed by the jJnclish Government. ?he ilnr^lish governor of llev/
York, !.'r. Hunter, let tham suffer iron hunger and privations so they decided
-DO settle in the Schohane Valley and eke out an independent existence among
the Indians. Trie latter 'u^re exceptionally friendly.

cond act shows the li^ht with f- e sheriff from Albany and a detachment
of soldiers. The f?:ovemor had r.ialiciously deeded the land to a Dutch corpor-

The se

af t ;r the Germans succeeded in convertinr^' the 7/ilderness inuo far/.-is.
::ov/ thev were to be evicted fron their ho:::es by rasans of military force.

at ion.

\:r. .eisar, tine elder, even went to London to obtain justice for uhe Gsrnan
settlement, but the corporation won and the Gennans, deprived of their
possessions, sou^^ht a new home in the land of liberty, Pennsylvania, v/here the
great ^uaker, V/illiam Fenn, had created a haven of refuge for all the oppressed.

The third scene shows the exodus, and the fourth portrays the first festival in
the thriving village, './ommelsdorf, v;hich :• as founded by \/eiser and his fol-
lowers, ./eiser's son was only a child when he came to America with his

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father and v/hile living among the Indians he learned their language thor-
oughly.

He became famous in the political life of the Colonies, - Nev/ York, Pennsyl-
vania, I.Ian/land, Virginia, and particul^ly as mediator between the terri-
tories and the various Indian tribes. This then constitutes the historical
backbone of the play and it provides a most timely addition to the Columbian
festivities of the world •s Fair.

But the Sv/abir.ns also ;dll provide other entertainments. There will be
acrobatics, concerts, a race, and a marionette theater^ Of specif interest
to those who appreciate choice vintages is the announcement that Neckar v/ine
has been imported for this occasion - six 'oarrels from the Stuttgart imperial
cellars.

There are also five barrels of I^lfingen Riesling of 1886 vintage, and one
barrel of red Mundelsheimer, anno 1889 • These wines enjoy high repute in
Sv/abia.... Let's i^o to the festival for a few hours of clean fun.

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THE HARUGARI PARADE*

p. 5 • The Chicago lodges of the German Order of the Harugeri held their
picnic and summer night festival at Ogden's Grove • A parade during the
forenoon was one of its successful fe^;tures. The Northwestern lodges met
on the corner of Wood Street and Milwaukee Avenue suid the lodges from other
districts converged on Market Place, which was the center for the huge
gathering* At least 1,000 people participated* Mr* Karl Ziegenhagen was
the marshal and under his leadership the throng marched towards the
festival grounds* The festively decorated wagons and the magnificent
floats were much admired* One of the most beautiful displays was the
allegorical picture of Chicago, presented by the Carl Marx Lodge*

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It portrayed Columbia, surrounded by the States, presenting a laurel
wreath to Chicago. On the float Germania, patterned after the famous
••Wacht Am Rhein,* with the symbolic figures of the German provinces*
The Wilhelm Tell Lodge chose to present the personification of its
heroic namesake, Tell, shown with his son in the scene of the sharp-
shooter's contest*

The ••Future of the Harugari** was shown on another float, on which children,
dressed in the regalia of the order, enacted the ceremonials of a man*s
and woman's lodge. It was the contribution of the Northwestern Lodge*
The Harugari Singers converted their wagon into a sylvan landscape*
There were many other picturesque creations.... It was the largest
festival held at the Grove this summer and one of the most frolicsome.

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The various song divisions did their bit for the enjoyment of all# There
was a highly diversified program featuring the speech by Ex-0« G. B«,
Philip Koehler, and an address by Mayor Harrison*

The young people enjoyed themselves and the dance floor was overcrowded.
The refreshment stands, wheels of fortune, targets, merry-go-rounds,
strength-testers and other divert is ements were popular. The favorable
cool weather brought increased patronage in the evening. Fireworks closed
the glorious festival, which was a great credit to the committee members....

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EXCUKSIOIT TO THE HCIIC 70?: ^jIS AGEED

The menbers of the '..omen's Club visited the above nontioned institution ^;
yesterday. The large throng enjoyed itself thoroughly. The ideal weather ^<>4
increased the exuberance vvliich soon nanifested itself. The dense foliage and
the refreshing shade froii the Park's stately trees provided a scenic splendor,
suitable for a i^aintin^*. The inmates must indeed be happy to j.ive in this
magnificent environment durinj their declining years.

It is a locality upon which a prodigal nature bestov/ed its blessings and
where the aged are at the saiae time the enviable recipients of human love
and benevolence. About one-half of the excursionists v;ere children, after
all, the outin^ was priiaarily arranged for -cheir benefit. Their youthful
enthusiasm and aniriation v;as indeed contagious and. .. .affected the older
ones in due time.

The foot-races, nerry-go -rounds, the sv/ings and the dancing at the pavilion....

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above all the usual prizes v;hich v;ere j:iven to zhe youtiiful vjinners helped
to increase the festive spirit. A list of the little ones who earned recog-
nition for their Terpsichoroi^n accomplishraents follows: Tillie Heissler, Ed.
Ma^erstadt... •(eleven alto.ret-.er) . V/e nui^t also include in our report, that
Andreas Thalhofer, a v.'atclmiaiier of No. 108 Van ::.uren Street, presented a
beautiful cloch which v:ill be put in the entrance iiall of the hospital
annex. Llr. Oscar ochiiioll^s nusical coiaposition "Abendruhe" (Rest at the
3veninG Hour) which he dedicated to A. C. lies in{?:. .. .has been published.
Five hundred copies are available and he ..-resented the entire edition to
the hone. The adiiinistration intends to have one of the local German music
stores LianaoO the s^los can^:aign.

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G3R1,IAN

After the convention of the Baden Central Association of North America had
ended its session, last Friday evening, the delegates from the 14 cities as-
sembled once more for a glorious festival, v*iich was given by the Baden Aid
Society of Chicago in collaboration with the Baden Song Club.

An extensive program was provided, commencing at 8. The goal was Oswald's
Grove. The singers met at their club, 69 Larrabee Street, where the parade
started with military precision, led by a marshal and adjutants, followed in
order by a division of Kanau equestrians, a music corps, the United States
and Baden flags displayed in an open cab, representatives of Baden in authen-
tic costumes, riding in open coaches, out-of-town officials and delegates of
the Baden Central Association, and other guests and club members in coaches.

• •

The parade of the Baden Aid Society started from the headquarters, 2701 '.Tent-
worth Avenue, at 11. •• Participation was good and the arrangements were a
credit to the efforts of the committee.

Upon arrival at the grove dinner was served, and at 3 o'clock the program
commenced. The singers gave suitable selections, and 'Jr. C. Eichin made the

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v/elcornin:; speech. T}iis was .:ollov/eu by the the-itric'l piny 'Mittor Von
"^odenstoin" (:'ni.;_:ht of -odenstein).

lo was indeed a pleasure to behold the3e virile, tc.li figures in t;.eir native
^arb and lis^.en to the sonorous voices v/hich brought a ,ain the familiar folk
sonr^s of yore .o our ::-einory. '*Jas Lied Voi.i liod'cinstein" was sun£ by uhe
chorus, grouped on a small stag'-^, the back:jround shov/in.^ the castle of
lieidslfcerg, ( :::pL-.natory: The Rodenstein burg is a f::;.mous ruin near Reichols
helm, Gerrnuny, )

The rest of the day v/as spent in dancing ^xnd genial conversai:ion.. •

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It is odd, that, either 7 intention or ly accident historical and also battle
pictures are barely represented ------

There is no IdCk of flo.;ers and frait pi3ces, brealifast pictures and fishes,
lobsters etc,

Adolph Ilirschl* s **x roiietheus*' iir.presses uc v/itli ti.e extraordinary fineness of
the tune* This son of the f;ods is pictured for,:'ed to the rocks, and a nif-hty
ea^le eatin/- his liver, i^ covei-ir-,^* .•-; iarp^e p^-.rt oi h.is body* Put the noble
head with the pain-disfigured faco is excellently sketched and painted. Very
interestin* are the n:,7nphs \n:eve the artist Gverca:;e all th:3 te^hni'^al diff-
iculties cauced by tho ^v-iter, hetv;een the figures, v;l':h adrriir-i' .■^. skills

A snail siriple looliin ; paintin * han,:^s in the Ger::ian department . The limits of
Oenre and landscape is blended in this, but v;hat calls attent:.n to its :;on'er«
ful perspective, 12 zhe vh-or and vivacity in v;hich it is executed* It is
iIallTior,;;en' s ''rran^hlinp Anfan'j" (^nTl n';ti:;io) • The barefcotel ^.irl, the tender

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lawn, the zif:za::^in£ river, the village the tree tors {;old-dipred ty the
sprinc sim - all this is comlinoa in han^.ony. Put in spite cf their artistic
value, pictures liV.e therr^e receive little attentxcn,. vjhic.i does not look very
flattering: for the r-isitin- ;u.-lic. In [general the puc^-^? is struck hy the
spaciousness, the vivacious coloring or the represented extraordinary event
of z picture but it is also a fact that thous.nis of the Visitors see real
art v;orhs for the first ti:.e ir. their lives and no not 'f^ori knc; hovv to look
at ther:i.

A paintiU:; of ■./illian Ritte:* ..liih: 3hov;s t':.o izciTliez plaice in huremLerr; in the
ISth century is in the hurerXerr Depart: lent at the Industrial r-^ilace, vnhere it
covers the rear v;all aji ': cert.-"djily is a r;53sterpiece in its {;-enre.

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The World's Pair.

The "Turner (Oymna Stic) Komrnittee of the World's Fc'ir Board of Directors" held
last Tnursday a meeting mainly about the -orepa rations for the "Turner-Ehrentag"
(Honor-Day For Gyinnastics) , for which the ?6th of July was officially reserved by
the local management. It is ex-oected that at least 3000 active "Turners" from all
parts of the country will assemble in ChiCc.go. Ma^ificent exercises, which will
also be demonstrated during the Lea^gue Turner Pestivr^l in Milwa.ukee are -olanned,
Ofcourse the feeding and lodging of this enormous crowd requires great preparrtions.
Originally, it was intended, to lodge the visiting "Turners" in the different Turner
Halls in Chicago, but as several Clubs refused to do this without "oay, it was
decided to lodge all tine guests in hotels near Jackson Park for one night. The
"Quarter Committee" also made r>rcT)a rations to feed 2U00 men in the Restaurants,
"ClarkDale" , "Garfield" and "Convenience." The active"Turners" shall be transported
in h special trains of tne Chicago-Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway, while the r)assive
members will have to usp tnp rr-gular trains. Heading the princiiDal festivities in
the fair grounds, a parade through the city is r)lanned and sajr.e shall be led by the
"Turner John Koelling*' as "Marshal of Honor." At the present time already the

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gymnastic teachers H. Hartung f^nd. H. Kindervater ^re busily engaged in putting the
arena in the right condition. Should it Drove that there is not enough snf^ce,
arrangements shall "be made :^or additional fields near the administration "oalace.

To the -oerforr.ances, invitations will "be sent to all administrations of the
World's fair, to the City Administrr^tion, to the School Board merahers and to the
Renresentatives of the r^ress. The next meeting of the Committee will "be held on
^uly 17th in Jung's Hall.

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Today's Charity-Concert at the Gernaii 7ilia':6.

Tc-ni.5^ht at 7 ?•::•, at the Auditcriui.i the farev;ell party ^iven by ^'Geheimer
Re£;ierung»s Rath v;er:viuth" (Cfx'^i^ial Gerr:.vn Gcverr^.ent Representative) v;ill
take place. :;r. 'Ter^uth has sent cut SCO invitations to his friends and ac-
quaintances, and by liis popularity it is expected tl^at c.ll invited vdll ap-
pear. :Ie::t Thursday, he v/ill depart for Ilevr ^crk. As v;e i.enticned several
tiiiies before, there :vill be held tc-ni^ht at the Goriinn Village, a £;reat
Charity Concert hy the tv/c Gernan yilitary Bojids. The Concert be-ins at
3 ?•!:. and ends after 10 ?•:% Music Director Ruschev/eyh ojid bandmaster
Hero Id have arran:;ed a idshly interest in;: prc-rain fcr t-iis day. As is v/eli
laicvm F Saturday is the ...est freou.ented d-- cf the fair end t:i3 nunber of
the visitors vrill be o lar;;e one ot cn^ rate. The liiona.-eii.ent c£ the fair
has, fc llc^vin- an repeal cf the dirrictcrs of the Genoaji Village, -.cnsented
not tc collect any percenta-es of the proceeds vrhich go to the fnailies of
the injured cnc dead fire.:ien of the v;crld's Fair fire.-

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Yesterday's ocncert in "Cld Vienna" for the snie ourocse brought eji aracunt cf
hundreds cf dollars.

Also the Gernien Restaurant of Trinooa in the Industrial Po.lace, .^;iv8S tcda;
ojid tcncrrcv/ a Charity Concert for which no adiniosicn v/ill Le ohar^^ed, but
cnlv free donations v/ill be ocliected#

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GERMAN

Per West en t (Sunday jtldition of the Staats Zeitungt)
July 9, 1893. -' ;

BERLIN. •• AND TH3 COLULIBIAN EXPOSITION,

p. 1.. Repeated visits to the Germsm section of the Industrial Palace which
acquaints the visitor with the beauties of the work of individual manufactur-
ers, convince one nevertheless, that the German Exposition Committee has made
one serious error. A comprehensive picture of Germany^s contributions
cannot be obtained •

• • •

Take porcelain production for instance. In this branch Germany has
eclipsed all neighboring countries, yet the exhibits have been scattered
about in halltmys, galleries, niches, etc.... the various German provin-
cial earthenware products are also widely distributed...

This regrettable arrangement manifests itself e verywhere • • . . T/hile we crit*
icize the commission in this instance, we give them credit for their for-
tunate selection of the location of the iron facade, the Armbruster portal,
which is the most monumental Tork sent to the v7orld*s Fair by Gennany.

(Translator's note: The newspaper gives detailed accounts of the German

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Per V/estern^ (Sunday Edition of the Staats Zeitung)
July 9, 1893*

exhibits, with a full page sketch of the above, ornamental metal facade*
It also lauds the French displays • In regard to the latter, it commends
the sensible, compact grouping, Tiriiich is better than the German haphazard
method and therefore more effective* It is particulaurly noticeable in
the fine furniture division. A collection of sculptured objects, made of the
rare, natural mountain crystal, is also displayed by German manufacturers.
No other nation competed. Three large illustrations are published* The
article covers t\»o pages.)

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World* s ?r-ir.

The G^^rmrji Ho^^F^e Enri cried By A vrork Of Art.

In the Gt rmrn Houj^e, at the st.?irv;r?y to t::e North^^rn Or^ill^ry, an oil r)8intlng has
been on disolay Pince t.e first of J^ily v;ell worth seeing- by every visitor.
Tne T)lace i^ not v vy fr-vorc'-bly select- d, '-•no tne rer-son "^or "• t is thnt there is no
emr)ty srjnce in the entire building. In sr)ite of tiie DOor li^cht one notices c?.t the
first glnnce that liere we lirve frn art work O'" value. Tne r)ointing carries tne title
"Grossvaters Geburtst^:g" (Gr- ndfn trier' s Birthd-y).-

A young; ^irl dressed in vnite rias j^^st entered ^:T^r-ndfatner' s room and ^rits "^or
nis a.or^narance, so sne ^an hand him, torether with the costona^ry congrr tulatlons,
nis nnoto wnicn sne nolvds in h^^r hands and is decoratinj^- it rith a wreath. Tlie
childisn feature exoresses iiriDatience; the little one seeT.s to be very ajixious to
meet the beloved grandfatner a.nd to enjoy nerself o^.^t his s^jrorise. The technical
execu!ion of tne nictare is well done. Not only for tne main fig^jre(the youn^ girl)
did tne artist use great care, but also for ;i^r s irro:ind in^-s, t.e room furnishings.

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g?ir: : ai :

-oroducing en extraordinary fr.voraole totr.l ^^ffect. V/ith onrticular skill a flower
filled v^se is executed. Also on tne ^loor are flowers strewn about e.no. it seer.s as
if tr.e fair maiden did T)lunder ner wriole little garden. On ^he wrll hanrs another
picture, r^roh.'jbly tne rirls's fatr.er's, so there nre t::ree f-enerations r<=T)resented.

The oainting is the work of t::e w^ll-known Munich artist AdolDh Pichler, a worthy
DUDil of KaullDach, Ot:ier frT.ous works of Pichley are : "Jaro"b's Tod" (Jacob's De.-rth)
property of tr.e City of Lh:.nich;**Moses'* ; "Deborah/ ; "Maria f^t.6 Jesus"; "Erster Ter-
dienst" (Tn^- ?ir^t Salary) etc.

Owner of tnis c nvr .'^ is Mr. Maximilian Mor-entnau, a locrl well known business man.
The T)rice of this art wnrk is.;pl500.00 but it is not for sale, it only was loaned to
the &prman Co-nrisslon by Mr. Mor^ertnau during: tne exooBition, in ord^-r to decorate
the interior of the Gr-rraan House. The purT)Ose would be nuch better s'^rved if, as
aforesaid, t:-e ^lacinr of the -oict'ire could be more carefully -elected.

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A3£^UJP0ST July lot, l';93.

Die Scfcietzen

(Tl.e Shr..rT)shooters)

u/n« ,.. .

^^'- ''vl., ^(?i; or^-rt

At 3 o^cloc'C :/er.t*=rcry ^ftr-rn^on thn rnor;:brra of tne "Unaoh-'^nfT-ifrer Schuetzen
Tereins" ( Inder>endent Pi:^le^!ien' s ClTfo of !Te;v York nrriver' rt thn deoot of the Lrke
Shore R. R. The Cr.icr-po I.irrksrnen '-ere ^res^r.t in r. oody to of:^pr their ■•'r'stern
"brotners tue w.rrest "^T'^ltro^'ie. Ler' ny :„ !!-!''c.ic rir-rir', the ii;nTest?- r^nt in r nrrrre
to the Auditorium Hotel, vhere they vdll hrre th^ir headquarters durin^^^ tneir stry.

In soite o"""* the lonr voyrre nost of the V.rrkp^'ien nr/ertoo'", r-.fter r lirnt nerl,
an outinr to tne '.Torlo's F^ir, Cf course, th^:'' ^--Irl a ^.^isit to the G-prnr^n Villr-^e
and nere it ttos, \7here tne New Y^rk^rs "^elt at h^rn^ rnrl en.]o:^ec' tne orecious
llVrlt -nroci'icts, V/ith sorrow, they lerrned, th- t on tn^^ -^ourth of July a planned
celebrr.tion had to he cancelled ^^r the G-^rnrn villa^^^e coulc. not 'ro'^^ic'e enou^c-h STOcce

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G2m:AK

Yerein Deutscher Waffengenossen.

(Society of German Army Comrades.)

The great folks-festival with flag consecration, concert etc of this organization
will "be held tomorrow, Sunday 2nd in Oswald's Garden, 5210 S. Halsted Street* The
festival, "beginning witn a grand "oarade starting at Uoth an' State Streets, -oromises
to "become outstanrling. Orat rs are Messrs. Hon. Carter Harrison and R, A. Von Msn-
stein. The "band of the Infantry-Guards of the German Village of the World's Fair,
Buffalo Bill's Riders and a large num'ber of local and outride friendly orgajiizations,
promised tneir particir>ation in the Parade, resp. festical,-

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GERliUN DAY

GSRrAN-AlSRIC:\NS SHO'Y RESPSCT AllD DZVOTIOM TO TKI^.IR OLD FATHERL.\I^JD -

ALL geri:an sogkti^s and ::lubs o? Chicago TrJG fait i:j parade-
concert, SPEECHES - \ GSN liJS G^RIuAN FESTIVAL IM THE
GERI^nI VILLAGE - THOUSAN'DS OF GUE3T5 PRSSE'JT.

In the competition for prizes in the field of art and industry the Germans
achieved a success, at the Golu^Tibia ./orld's Fair, that will live in history
indefinitely. V/hile representatives of both continents cro^^m Germania with
the laurel-wreath of praise and fame, the German-Americans, feel, naturally,
a deep desire to extend to their Old Fatherland their best wishes, and a
token of their devotion and loyalty • Although thousands of miles separate
us from it, yet we can never forget our parental home, our mother-tongue,
nor the customs and habits, responding readily to the genuine German
heart and mind. Every German is a brother to us, and no merman -American is

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Illinois Staats^ZeitungCt June 16, I893.

a brother to us, and no German -rimerican is indifferent totarards Germany,
whether good or bad luck be his fate. At the Columbian .7orld*s Fair, Ger-
many has captured the admiration of the whole world, Chicago has become the
field of victory and honor for Germany. Not only they, the Germans, but
also we, their brothers in the United States, are made happily aware of this
fact •

It was the purpose of yesterday's faettvities to give expression to these
feelings of joy. June 15th will live in our memory as one of the most
beautiful days of our lives, because the sons of Germany and the German-
Americans celebrated toeether at the German House, in the German Village,
and everywhere the stars and stripes, and the black, white, and red waved.
The impressions made yesterday upon our hearts and minds are a valuable
treasure v/hich we will preserve forever, because the stimulating and uplift-
ing character of yesterday's festivities h^is kindled the flame of memories

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Illinoia Staats^^eitun^^, June l6, l893»

of the Old Tathei'laai, and our devotion to, and fraternization with, the sons
of Germany and the German-Americans, has been confirmed and strengthened
anew. The mother-tongue and the German song, which appealed so profoundly
to our hearts yesterday, have again aroused in our breast the sentinent of
unity and loyalty of all Germans wherever the German tongue is heard.

The Parade - Guests of Honor - Floats.

The reason for the colossal parade, which was held by German organizations
of all descriptions was, undoubtedly, to call the attention of the oeoole
to the fact that the German element is one of the larp;est in this great and
frei country, llost of us are familiar with the extensive preparations for
this historic German-.-jnerican parade, but since this glorious affair has
succeeded so brilliantly, all those v/ho helped toY/?>rds making; it a success
deserve to be con^^ratulated.

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Illinois ptaats-Zeitung^ June 16, l693»

(The following eight coluinns describe in minute detail the parade* It
is reported that between 20,000 and 25>000 people took part in it. In the
lead were the guests of honor, and prominent personages in up-to-date
carriages, there followed in numerous divisions, the almost countless German
American organizations with their orchestras, bands, e.nd the -nany floats,
depicting fai.ious eoisodes in the history of the United States as well as of
Germany, such as the ship "Santa I'aria,'* ••Columbia," symbolizing the 13
original states, "War of Independence," "V/ar of lol2," "Civil V/ar,"
••Germantown," etc. The oarade took place in the forenoon. At 3 o'clock
the real festivities began in front of the German House. Appropriate deco-
rative flags, platforms for the spe^jkers, guests of honors, choirs, and
orchestras were out up for the occasion.)

Translator.

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Twenty minutes after 3 o'clock the chairman of the festivity, I'Cr. Kail,
gave the signal to start. The sinp;ers tuned in the G^erman national song:
••Deutschland, Deutschland uber alles,*' (Germany, Germany above all.) Under
the direction of Katzenberger, the tune was carried through with overwhelm-
ing enthusiasm: •

L'r« Hall, accompanied by !'r» ilubens, stepped upon the speakers platform and
very heartily welcomed the assembled audience in the name of the Executive
Committee. He expressed his satisfaction and p-.reat joy that German Day was
turning out to be such a success, "The many thjusands of oeoole present
are in hearty as^reement *vith our endeavor to ^.ive evidence that justifies
the oride with which the German-Americans look uoon the f^reat success of their
old fatherletnd. Germsm industry, art, and science have achieved a great victory,
and all the German-.Americans are unitedly celebrating; it.,,.*'

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Illinois otaats-^e itun^, June 1 , l693«

Speech by H. Ilubens.

**There are tv/o great lajidn.arks in Termany's history of the last quarter of a
century* Each of them has moved the hearts of the ■jerLian-iniericans very
deeply. The first v/as an accon )lishir.ent of the sword. The second is the
result of peace and labor, but is no less threat and outstanding than the
former and is bein^ demonstrated in our new homeland, in our CJhica^o.
Again, we, the German-Americans have assembled with great rejoicing to send
to our Old Fatherlpnd across the ocean our gratitude and good wishes; and
because their i^rs'xX achievement is one of peace and labor, our joy is
deep and genuine, ./e German-.^ericans are, v/itho it e:cception, devoted to
work, xistonished at, and admirin? iennan ambitions and achievements, as
revealed at the m.ost biilli^.nt of all ./orld's Fairs, we press upon the head
of the genius, German labor, the v/ell-descrved laurel-wreath, .'e feel
justified in claiminp; a share of this triumph, because they, who have com-
pleted this marvelous v;ork, are our brothers ^j^nd fathers, our flesh and blood.

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rilinois otaats-Zeitunr.t June 16, 16^3 •

"To the emotions of oride, joy, and exultatioi:, is added deeo gratitude •
ivery grand achievement of the Old j'atherland casts its reflection of
splendor into the home and hut of every >ermaii upon the v/hole earth.
V/ith this reflection of the most glorious of recent ;erman achievements,
;;e are more dirf-ctly concerned*

**Your excellencies, the ^ierman Ambassador, and the German ileich Commsssioner:
On this day of honor, German Day, at the Columbia ;orid's Fair, all the
German-.^!iericans extend herewith their congratulations and best wishes to
Germany, and in their name I give you my ri^^ht-hand. /e cordially request
you to promote extensive publicity in the Old "atherls.nd, givin?^ expression
to our feelings of joy and pride over the amazing revelation of the p;reat-
ness, energy, and glory of 'German labor, German art, and German science.**

••German -American fellow citizens, arise and join with me in a rousing three-
fold hail to .-ermany! Lonr^ live Germany I*'

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Illinois 5taats-Zeitung;, June 16, l893«

The next speaker v/as the Jerman .jnbassador , the Baron von Hollenben*

'•In resoondinr to the g:reetin^s extended to us in such beautiful and
stirring words, I, the representative of the ierman Kaiser and the merman
people, take pleasure in expressing my rrKtitude for .-jnerica's hosoit-.iity.
The Crermans in .-LT.erica have alv/avs been f^ooa .jnerican citizens, vdthout
forFettins" their Ola r'atKerland, and without aenviricr the p^ood old rerman
customs. They have always been loyal to the unerican people; and with
the strength of their muscles, with the depth of their disposition, and
the knov/ledge of Gferman brains they have promoted American aims and aspi-
rations, ,/e, the national-v^eritans have observed v/ith joy the astonisl- ine
development of .unerica. In this environment we gladly s -eak of this, our
joy* Ve are glad to observe the enerf^y and oo.er v/Mch the C-erman-rJinericans
manifest here; and since the 'Germans in Germany exert a wholesome influence
upon /unerica, v/e are, therefore, in this sense members of the same tribe as*
the Araerican-(rermans» All Trermans and all German- jnericans m.ay express their

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wishes for the orotress and orosoeritv of the United States, and for the
well-being of its i-'resiaent with loud voices. Hail to the United StatesI
Long may it live I*'

The next speaker was the eminent Jerman-.i^ierican, '^arl Schurz,

**The Executive JoinT.ittee has succeeded in persuadin?? a man to oe our speaker
today, v;ho is not only knovm in CJhic^go and the United 3t'-;tes, but also in
the whole civilized .vorid. It is nov/ mv oleasure to introduce to vou our
famous countryman, the first IJerir.an- -jnerican, l»r, 3arl Schurz,'*

Carl ^churz's 3pefcch,

"This is German Day, the day of honor in the battle of peaceful coiiipet it ion
amonc nations uoon the hosoitable soil of this American rieoublic, 7e

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have come from far and near to pay tribute to t\\e genius: the German nation.
Ihen the honor w-s bestowed upoa me to expreai this tribute in the name
of my countrymen, many difficulties presented themselves. However, the
Oerman blood in r:.y veins did not permit me to rest until I could join you
in honoring our Old P'atherlsnd. Those of our countrymen across the sea,
who believe that the hearts of the reman-born .^ir.ericems have become cold
in the selfish chase of the dollar, and have lost all sympathy for the
Old Fatherland, fail to know and understand us. Today thev will he^ir these
hearts speak. (Applause).

**It is, indeed, true th^t v/e are loyal citizens of the ^^reat American
r.eoublic - as loyal as the ]-:Ost loyal. .'e are orcud of our citizenship,
proud of our free common./ealth, whose self-r^overnment is our government,
whose orogress is our progress and v/ho3e f .te and destiny is our fate and
destiny. V/e are proud of the pov;erful and noble people v/ith whom we are one.

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Illinois btaats-Zeitunc^, June 16, 1893 •

*ie are proud of the glorious "Star Spangled Banner'* - as oroud as we can be.
It is the siTnbol of hard-f oueht-for unity, the ensign of a p;reat oast and a
still greater future, ie are also aware of our duties, and r;ladly do we
fulfill them, .whenever our new fatherland called its sons to defend it
against inner or outer enenies, the German-born citizen v/as one of the first
to sacrifice life and blood upon the battlefield for the common cause,
ronong the heroes and martyrs of the republic we find many a name v/ith that
German sound. In all laboratories of science, and in all fields of l8.bor,
the r^enr.an brain and the C}erman hand have been busily engaged in creating
the fruits of labor. ' e mav state unhesit-atino-lv that on A06rioil*8 soil
German blood has been abund'-^ntly shed. ;Tien called upon to exercise our
political rights granted to us most magnanimously by our new fatherland,
in order to serve the cause of liberty, justice, and an honest government,
we may well boast of the fact that the majority of 'German-.Tinerican citizens,
although not immune to temporary errors, have always found their way to those
in whose hands national hoaor and the welfare of the country was safest.
There are aberrations to v/hich the alluring voice of the oarty-soirit could

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Illinois Staats^'Ze itungt June lo, 1&93«

never persuade the German-.-iinerican citizensl (Applause^, .^sk the crooked
politicians and they will confess that the iernian vote always causes them
anxiety and fear. 3ut inquire of the true pat r lot > our attitude, and he v/ill
tell you that he depends upon the sound, honest, patriotic sense of the
German -Americans with full confidence. (Applause"*.

••Yet, this is not all. No matter how interested the German-American has been
in the struggles and achievements of his Old r'atherland, nor how his wishes
may have accompanied his countrymen in all walks of life, his devotion to
his adopted fatherlj.nd has never been confused .ith the idea of leading
this republic into entangling intrigues with the Old Torld. Never did the
German- American attempt to inject j^urooean oolitics into .\raerican politics.
However, he has always cherished one desire. It is a patriotic wish, cha-
racteristically German, but that of a loyal r.merican as well, namely, that
the friendly relations and good-will that hive existed between the United
States and Germany for these many years may never be cloud ^^d by dissension

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or misunderstsincling, I/.ay there always be a genuine friendship between the
Old and New Fatherland, and may it ever be an inspiration to the other
nations of the //orldl (Applause).

**.7e look back upon those dark days of the Revolutionary Jar, when the Union
seemed to totter on the ver^re of ruin, (Speaker undoubtedly refers to the

anerican Civil .,'ar - Trans lat or ''- , when our army suffered defeat after
defeat* Not only our enemy, but also our fickle and wavering friends in the
Old /or Id predicted with certainty the downfall of the Great Republic. The
credit of our nation reached its lov/est point, z^ven the most coura=:6ous
began to lose hope. In this dark hour, only ;ernany, and Germany only of
all people or nations of the earth kept its faith in the final victory of
our good cause, and the future of the United States. Not only that, it
poured millions upon millions of its savin^^s unhesitat incrly into the Union
and this gave the sorely tried repui'lic new strenf^h for the desperate ;var.

ierinany was a friend, who assisted the Union - the friend in need - faith-

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fully and gladly, and this .ve remember vvith ?;reat satisfaction. This friend-
ship was amoly rewarded. That this friendship between the Old and New
Fatherland may ever remain strong and unclouded is the wish which is carried
in the hearts of the "ierman-.-jnericans, and to v/hich they //ill find a resoonse
in the hearts of every njble, patriotic native .u.erican.

••He who does not respect his old mother, nor honor her memory, cannot
faithfully love his youn- bride. He who does not honor the Old. Fatherland
is not v/orthy of the new one. (Con't. ao clause ^. Therefore, out of the
fullness of our hearts, v;e send rreetinfrs across the ocean. Proud as we are
to belonf^ by our ovm free choice to the great uiierican Aepuulic, v/e do not
deny that we are also proud of being descend nts of a great nation, which
has planted upon countless bs.ttlesf ields of arms, science, and labor,
trophies of its triumphs for a thoiicind years. Lon r before Ooluinbus dis-
covered --jnerica, the ierman nation was a oo'verful and cultured people. Let
us say it aloud today ho// muc?i we love the land upon which our cradle stoodl

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(Soeaker continues to eulogize iermanv and to oraise its exhibit at the
Vorld's Kair - (ovtr tv/o colurrins^ The followinr is the conculsion oT
ochurz's speech - Translator).

••But to us, .-iineric-^ns of reriiian descent, it must remain an exhortation and
an inspir^'.t ion. Lay v/e never forget that our joy over Germany's f'lr.e
can be real only to the decree that '.ve are worthy of it. He is not worthy
of the Old Fatherland, who does not prove hi self a loyal aiil patriotic
citizen of the Mew .^atherland^ It means much :ii^^re todav to be a German
than it did in former years. The German-American should never forget his
duty by respectin?^ and honoring Germany in himself. The German- .irerican
can contribute greatly to the development of this nev; nation, If in what he
is and does he combines the best of the -unerican. Let us promise on this
day, a day of honor for Germany, that ..e v/ill live up to this hirh exoec-
t at ion.

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"This is the greetin-^ thiit v/e send over there: /ith love for v/hat you,
with p'ratltude for //hat vou have acne, v;ith best v/ishes for vour velf re,
smd a. vow to prove ourselves worthy of you, fron the fullness of our hearts,
v/e greet you today - good and ^re t mother of ours, beautiful and lovely
fatherland of the Jermansl** (Jontinuea thunderous a ^^Ip.use"^ .

(The next speaker adares.^inp; the masses 7/as the cornmissioner of .-ermany, I.r,
'..'ermuth. He explained the reason for iermany's exiensive p^-irt icipation in
the .orld's .-'air, ;hat foilo-vs are his concluding remarks - Translator).

"The effects of the orld's Fair uoon the life of the nations v/ill certainly
be lasting and unf orp'etable^ Hundreds of thousands will take .vith them
impressions, which will develop into useful and fruitful ilees for the future.
An opportunity is -iven to many capable and exoerienced rr.en oT all nations.

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supolemented his soeech, and next came Lr. .'• Vocke, v/ho delivered the
festive speech in classical ^n^lish, eulogizing ierraany's achievements
through the oast centuries. ICnthusiast ic ovation - sin>;in^ oy the choirs:
••Star Spangled Banner," and finally, the playing of the festive march by
//agner, under the direction of H, Schoenefeld, brought the festivities to a
close in the Hall of I.usic.

Simultaneously with the celeoration in the Hall of !.*usic, a tournament took
place in the .^rena v/here all Cierman-.nerican athletic clubs, young and
old, male and female, oart icipated. ?or the late evening a pyrotechnic
program was arranged and executed with splendid success. The last column
contains a descriotion of the maOTificent decorations and special arrange-
ments to make the festivities of Czerman Day an outstanding success and a
never-to-be-forgotten episode in the life of the visitors.

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It is stated officially that 193,575 persons visited the /orld's ?air on
German Day, more than 100,000 above the average attendance - a synopsis
of the last eight columns - Tra>islator.

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GerL'ien Day- Ho"" i^irv,

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The Germc-n day has the B-OuIdIg puroose of honoring the G-nrr-. n Sxhi'bitors, who
"brought great sacrifices to insure the success of tne World's Fc.ir, rind to give an
idea to the £:sc?em"bled re-oresent.^.tives of the Vvhole e-'rth, of the oower r-nd greatn'^ss
of the Chicago Germans,

Both ccJi only "be attained, through a complete participation '^f ell -the GeriHcms
in the procession and in the festivities wliich will tcrke ulace in the E:>rDosition
Grounds- To uieke r?, fi:ll parti ciiDation Dossihle, it is imperative, that the German ousfc
business world manufacturers, inerchants end. rm^ster workmen, close their stores pnd
factories and grant their emoloyees e free day; Gf^rmari-Americr-n parents should hr:ve
their children excused, and in this wcy mrJce it iDOssihle for their teachers to o"btain
a holiday.- The more oowerfully the Germans of Chiccgo will a'o^e^r on German Day, the
more successful their efforts for the ir:or'3l njrid commercial interests of the Germans
are going to "be.

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Thoro ir - t-'cTold pur^^cre in *:^:g col ^.b".^?. hi on of G'jrr-.an Day; firnt,

to "lonor t'-.3 Gor. :nn ez'iibitorr: v;;x :iave rr-c3 ^-re^it iB:-.;ri"ices in

order to Gcnt"jibiit3 to the rvicco^n oT t'.o Jclunbia .'o-'ld's ra.ir;

^nr. r-3con^, to (■er..':nr:tr::ito to the ar::3. .hlod ."^olordtoc -^in^ reproiFentativ^c

of -11 t;i3 nati' ns of t];3 eiirth t':o nu:;o_'ic-:l £:tronr^th ^nl pov; ;r of ti3

G3-".:an-. -j'-oric nc in Ohica -o.

Thir: can be achieved to

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hica :o tajis part in obe parade and tbe festiviti^e at the forld^c Jair.

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But in order' ^c ^■:: :?^ r. ."ull pM'ticin. ticn :>or^ri^;l9, it ip n-jcer. -jry
th-t tne Gorrxn burin-:^si?:. ..^n, t^e rtLr ^koopcrs, T:--nul*r.cturorr , :n:I
ctrijr o^rp]o72rr, cl'?re t'.oir ;to -'u^, r.]:ops, -nl r.-.jtoriec on tMs
dav ann -'^rant f 3ii' 3 '^loY05i- ri noli 'av. Go *?-nr-.v:i"?nicnn nvronts
should co-ooorat3 c;/ r3qv,e5~tin^ to h: vo t'.ioir chil:-ren 8::cu£od Trcra
rchool, in ord r to ::;^il:-3 a licli-'ay no. ri'^lo "or f.o G^^r n school

The rtccn'''=^r nnc t lO ; .ore in:)0?in" the Gc3r:n.in5' aniear

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on aer-'/^n ^a:;^

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ill nro. .ot9 Lhe :;or':l •ml business

inter?^tr or Gem-mir-n.

IPo"^ th: n r jargon all G'^r.":':n burinerron aro ur^jntJ.y ra"nar ted to
^-lahe Jun^ 15 a holiday for t on^ Ivor anJ. their o:;:oloya^P, ?o far
er it if hu'j-nl^'' nora i'-le.

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This appeal ir, signed by t-io J::'3cutive Jor.u.ltlae, :i» G, llc.lle,

chairr:an, Oliar, II, ./aclcr, Harry .uubonr, liax Ctorn, ?ranl: ..anuor,

7n« Yocke, IIor:.an Porv, Louie .airs, .vdolph Gocr^, J. j, DoT*es;

and also by tlie irivitaoi.n -j.-k;. rocij'vicn co:.;lttGJ, II, i^ubenc,

chairiian, Dr. T. J. Bluthardt , 7rrinciL' Lackner, Tliood. 3rent'-ao,

"/• IvIichL^olir., Jorcoh Bruckor, J. aoronthal, J. O-oldzi^r, Geo. Schilling,

'.J. Ilapinr, Pator ^chuettler, and A. F. L.t3V9ni?on.

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II A 2 Illinois Staats-Zeitimg, Jxme 4, 1893.

WORLD •S FAIR COIICSRT

By Chicago German-American Men's Choirs

Since all the German Men's Choirs of Chicago will participate in the cele-
bration of German Day on June 15th, the committee in charge of choirs xvhich
are going to sing on July 17th and 18th, is already very active. It is ex-
pected that the total number of trained voices singing at this mass-concert
will be from 1500 to 2000.

The committee is v/ell aware of the fact that laany splendid singers do not
belong to any choir at the present, therefore, it is important that all
talented singers join any one of the choirs, which have promised their co-
operation. A list of these choirs end the place v/here they practise follows:

V/orkers Choral Society, 380 Larrabee Street; Arion, Racine Ave. and VJellington
Street; Aurora T. V. Song Section, Aurora Turnhalls; Baden's Saengerrunde ,
69 Larrabee Street; Lien's Choir Concordia, Vialler and 12th Str.; Fidelia,
Northside Tumhalle; Fortuna, Schoenhofen's Kail; Free Singing Society,
Schoenhofen's Kail; Frohsinn, Freiberg's Hall, 22nd Street; Almira Singing

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Club, iVnuitage and Kedzie Ave.; ringing Club Jovial, 307 Dempster Street,
Svanston; Singing Club Harmony, Lincoln Turnhalle; Gross-Park Choral Society,
Belmont Ave. and vVood Str. ; Len^s Choir Harmony, State and 44th Street;
Karugari Glee Club, Schoenhofen*s Hall; Harugari lien's Choir, Loomis and
14th Street; Harugari Choral Society, 330 Larrabee Street; Huinboiit Singing
Clvb, 384 '7. Division St.; International Lien's Choir, Loomis and 14th Sts.;

Younglten's Choir, Brand's Hall; Koerner Lien's Choir, Hober Street and Roscoe
Blvd; Kreutzer Quartet, 65?. I*. Clark Street; Lake View Liens' s Choir, 499 Lincoln
Ave.; Choral Society Concord, V.aller and 12th Street; Horth Chicago Choi*al
Society, 375 Larrabee Street; Orpheus ^en's Choir, Schiller Therter; Flatt-
duetsche Guild Lien's Choir, 939 N. Robey Street; Ravenswood Len's Choir,
Rothmanner Singing Club, 70 V^illow Street; Sennf elder Choral Society, 565
Wells Street; Sleswig-Holstein Society of Singers, Yondorf's Hall; Schiller
Glee Club, Schoenhofen's Hall; Swiss Lien's Choir, 57 N. Clark Street; St,
Bonifacius ^en's Choir, Noble and Cowell; South Side Lien's Choir, 2311 v.ent-
v;orth Ave.; Teutonia Lien's Choir, 193 v;. Chicago Ave.; '.'estside Glee Club,
937 Blue Island Ave.

All the compostions on the program can be purchased at low prices, at the
German LIusic House, .^chiller Theater Fuilding#

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"Al3end-DQst% hr.y 31st, l''}:'.

The G^.rr.an Dr.y.

The Lecomtlon-Conrnittee for c?. v/orthy celGDrcticn of G^rrion-I)c-*y,hel(i a meetinr
yest-rfloy evening in the ITorth'-ic'e TurnhiJle. T;:e G'^rrnan C'^ns*:.!, L'r. C' ri Buenz
and the architects Hoffa.cker and Rf-dtke c^nri hr. Bocke v."-re eIso r)rrsent. The Prcsidert
of the Co^""dttee, llr. Architect Louis Kurz, s':o^;.itted two dr-n^ings of the triimphal
car, which is to oartici-*/ate in the f-Ttivc.l 'Oarr-rV,

Tnese dr-win^-^s met v^itr. ^r-ner^-l aooroval. As re"oresentrtive q-^ the Suabian
Society, Mr. Deninuler rer)orted, tiirt the society v/O^j.ld pr-rticioate in the ^^rocession
'vvith a Cr-:r o" tneir own. The next nieeting T?ill "oe :.eld in the S:'^;rie Hall to-morrow
evenin-^, and to which, all the coT.rraittec meD'b'rs mr d'^l'-^ates o-^ the societies,
wno will take part i^; the 'orocesT.ion are erT.ected to "be r)resent.

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Illinois 3ta:it£-Zeitun;:, l.tiy 1, 1893.

Today bef.iris the Crluribia '.'orld's ^'iiir in Chic-.ro - o. lar.^:e e?:hibiticn
v/hich is to last for six months.

Seventeen ye^^rs a{;c the Initec. otutes celebrated its one hundredth anni-
versn.r^^ by ne-.ns of the '.orld's rfiir in I'hiladelrihia. here, the develorj-
Lient of the -^:ieric-:n indus'.r'^ v/as ^resented for the first tir:ie to an
astonished v;orld.

Chica.yo is celebratinr, berinninc toda-- the four-hundredth anniversarv of
the disccverr^ of .cerica. It is also celebr:;.tinr the jyir.antic develoun.ent
of this continent v/hich started 400 years a^o.

Toda--, a Vorld's lair is openiny, so {rrand and riaynificent as no sir.iilar
one h'-jS ever been witnessed by ;.ien before, .-.t this exhibition the I-.ev;
V.orld shall dis^.l'-r^ the marvelous aevolo^-.i.ent it has attained in the

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conp-nratively short ti:.:e of a fev; hundred years, ..e spea;-: froii the
stand-ooint of v/orld histor". .-^t the same tirr.e the Old '.Vorld v;ill r^rcve
that it is still the : other of culture in the v/crld.

7'QV quite '• v;hile it seeined that the ..orld's I'dr ir. Chicafo v:ould not
bear the stai^.a of intern'itional culture - bv beinr closed on Sundavs -
7;hich ■.vould seerii to put on the i-air rather the petty inprint of -nclish
zealotry, I-ovvever, v;e can definitely say that the .'.orld's lair v;ill also
be open 3unda.ys, if not •■■t the be-^inninc, at least later.

This Exposition v;ill have a tv;o-fold li.eaninc and purpose for us, Gerinan-
^*.:nericans. It v/ill not cnl;' disclose to an ^uAazed v-orld v;hat our adopted
fatherland has achieved, chiefly by Geman labor, but it v.ill also be an
excellent opportunity for cur old fatherland, OeriLc.ny, as v;ell as for
Crerrrian-ri.ustria , to display its glorious achieveiiients to the v/orld.

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"Abeno^iost." A-)ril 10th, 1393. K b'/

Henry Villprd f'^r trie Exposition.

One oftne la.st nurnoers of tr.e "Fn.nkfurter Zeitimg" contains the follov-in^: news:-
" We reoorted p.lrPi'CLy soic.e time a^^o, th^t it has b^en t'aonf:ht "by sone G-er^aJi-
Arirric^.ns, it woulcl he a £:ooc idea, to send a nunher of young G-ermans, to the
V/orld^f? ?a.ir in Chir- go, so tney co-ild study the exhibited articles closely. These
G-.rman-Americ.i,'iis, offered f^r this purT)0se, a larger financial assistance. The
G-erina-n chc-ncellor notified in a circular the Techinal Ind-iistrial aid other schools
in the German 3rn-nire, that the well known Gornan-Amerlca.n, Herr- Vlll^rd, remitted
50,000 marks into the Chance llor' n ?iands,for the ourr)ose of ms'Jkin-'^' it T)Ossi"ble '0
the intr-r^-sted students, t? m.:>ke the tri"o to tae United States^ According to Mr.
Villard's v/ishes, 3/5 should he artis/^-ns, snail manufacturers and technicians, 2/5
the other professional "brajiches ^ith the exception of G-overnment employees, -
Amounts of ISOO to 2000 marks will he loaned, nnrtly t^ "oay tr-^veling exoenses, "oartly
for subsistence in Chirr: ^o.

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Abendpost> Apr. 3, 1895. V-.^.

Arrival of Bandmaster '.Voir

Mr. Herman /«oir, the leader of the tv;o German Military bands, which are
going to oive concerts durin^^ the Summer in the Fairgrounds, landed from
the steamer, *VJ.ler" in New Yorl:, and will arrive here in a fev/days.

The Infantry band will embark on the iteamer *'Trave" on April 18 and the
Cavalry band follows ten days later. Both bands are at present in Berlin.

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"The Germc'inia" of the ITew Pnrlipmpnt BuilrHrifr. Thp 'beniitifnl St-t-)e o"^ the "&er-
Tnania" wnich is riestinrd to ornoment the -^ror.t 0"^ thp new Parliament Building in
Berlin, is going- to be exhibited -t the '.'.'orlr"s Y-dv.

It is to re\v:-:rrl the ef-^orts o^ Lr. '.V-nnuth, t;i^- 1 the O-r^rrmpn Em-of^ror h^.s f^iven
his a^^rov-a. The Stptue v'ill be -ilr-ced in the Mnmif ?.cturer* s Bnilr'in^ rmd is
consi^^^red one o*" the nost l:)e-utifT3l -nieces exhibited by the Gerinrn Section, A
^da-Sleign and Coach of St-jte o"^ the T^onn-lo^in^r King Lud^A'ig II n^ Bavaria will
cre^ne tne ^re-test adinirr.tion o-^ r.ll visitors in the oal^.ce of Trnnsr)ortr.tion.
Both r.re in f-ct artistic ^orks of 'Von^er anc^, are unique. In 0-kwood's Cemetery,
the assistant foreman Wilhelm Klinke, wno lost his li:^e by f-llinf? -^rom the
scaf:f^old a few drys ago, w:-s Buried yest^rd^^y. A Irr^e crowd, pmong them the
renres^nt-tive o^ the Gernnn Go^^^rnment .' nd his strf:^, attended the Ir^st ceremonies
for tne decetised. Klinke left a widow and sevprrl orr>hrns in Berlin.

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The I-rld« s Fr-ir,

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The Scection of a-- Institute for Housing of Imrnigr^^xits Projected.

The World*?. F^ir Corr/ittee of V/ays c.rA I.'er-ns, received a request, to -oerr/dt tie
erection of ' n Institute for IninigrrTits in tr.e F?.ir G-rcunds. Tne olDject of the
Institute is, to f-ive snelter to the Irr.r.i^.rrnts, till they either find work or are
sufficiently acquainted vdth thr- loc.':^l conditions. The su-o-^orters of this lolan are
of tne opinion, tl^rt Inxl^rr^nts, even i:^ they -oossess money, very freqnentl2^ "becone
embarrassed, "bec.-^use nooody r.elrs them with advice* At the head of the T>roject of
erecting: such en Institute(wriich should "be used, not only during the Frdr, "but ever
afterwards) st^inds a journsJi st , "by the nr?me of Rosa Sonnenschein, who at -oresent
lives cit 375^ ElliJ? A'^'-enue. Th*^^ ExDosition -pieces r^re arriving from Gerrnf^ny in
quick succession, r^nd Mr, Werr.uth the Irri-o^rial Commission' ^r hr^s his k-^inds full.
During the last 10 drys, "52 crrloads a^-ve ""o^^n received. YesterdaJ-, the -^irst
shiT)ment of war material from Kinipp' s in Esse"b arrived. They consisted of 21 car-
lOo'd.s, Same contained six l.'-r^e Cc nnons with accessories, wcichin^T altogether

Pa£.e 2.

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^00 tons, and renrr-senting r. vr.lue of $132, OOO. The Gi.?.nt Cc^nnon, destined for t-:.e
Fr-ir, will •. rrive Ic'ter. Sr:irie reoMirep a s-^ieciol foundrtion which is ""^eir,^ erected
in the Krupp Buildin^T on t. e P:iir Grounds.

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l'^ ^ ^ Illinois Staats Zeitung,. Feb. 6, 1893.

ADHINI5TFLWI0N OF WORLD'S FAIR GYMNASTICS.

The administration of V/orld's Fair gymnastics, a by-product of the North
American Turner (gymns'. sties) Association, held its regular monthly meet-
ing last Saturday evening at the Staats Zeitunp/s building rmd most of
its members v/ere present. The reception and entertainment coiornittee re-
ported that its ranks have now been filled by the election of additional
members to its staff. The treasurer's account shov/s receipts of $319.80,
and expenditures amounting to $227.55.

The report of the railroad and transportation committee in regard to the
problem of bringing the Liilwaukee Turners, who participated in the .Alli-
ance festival, directly to the '/orld's Fair and to eleminating the Chicago
parade, brought about a lengthy debate.... Turner Cha.rles 3ary reported
that he expects an answer in the very near future from the V/orld's Fair
directorate in regard to the specific days, v/hen the large music hall and
the arena will be available for regular class performances. The technical
staff nade the following recommendations:

1.) To employ a gymnastics instructor for the duration of the /orld's Fair;

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a man who is... well known among both Germans and Americans, whose duty-
it shall ibe to represent the Tiirner alliance before the Fair directorate
and to be likewise a representative for the German system, if such a suit-
able person can be found.

Z.) To employ an instructor during the duration of the Fair, who shall teach
gymnastics to the youngsters in the Children's building and who shall ar-
ran.r;e the programs, subject to assent from the technical executive board,
and v3ho shall also serve on the gymnasium teachers course, if the latter
should materialize.

3.) To offer a recorjnendation to the local associvation to reconsider the
locale of the gymnastic teacher's course (if possible, it should be held
in Chicago for a duration of six to eight weeks during .Tuly and August,
instead of in Milwaukee).

4.) The gymnasiu:.: teacher who will be in charge of the children's division
shall be given a salary of ^600.

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the various manufacturers or" gymnastic equipi'^en': to donate the necessary-
apparatus for the Children's building at the Exposition.

All recommendations were accepted and will be submitted to the 3t. Louis
Alliance's executives. Various committees v/ere incorporated into other
ba-ies to facilitate the work.., \fter several routine matters were at-
tended to, the administration adjourned until Feb. 18th.

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AbendT)Qst. Jam^g- ry 27th, lo33« \1^ , ^v'

To-day the celebration of tne erection of trie German House took r»lace in the
grounds of the V/orld' s Fair, an affair vrhich is observed in mf^ny T)nrts o*^ CTevrrp.ny*
The foreman of trxe Masons went to the roof in the afternoon, held a speech a.nd handed
the "building over to tne F?^ir Comim;issioner , who hsd the German Flag hoisted and
turned over the b^iilding to tne General Superintendent, after which the American
Flag was waiving besides tne German,

The Workmen, who to-^k an active r)art in tne erection of the building, were
festively entertained and the festival will be concluded this evening, with a banquet
in the home of the German Commission, corner 32nd Court an*-"" Graceland Avenue.

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World»s Fair ^^1^. ..-<''

The German EmTDlre ComTiissi oner Privy Counsellor Wernruth in Chicrgo.

Accompanied by Fr. 3-^rg and Secretary Gpor^^e Franke the ^erman V7orld« s Fair
Commissioner Privy Government Counsellor W^rmuth arrived in Chic; go anc took resi-
dence in tne Transportation Palace, as the German Re-oresentntive house has not been
finished yet. The cabin inspector Halle as it ms mentioned before has been here
for some time. The Ex-Consul Gustav Spiess and architect Hoffacker have left
Germany on the 20th of this month.

Mr. Wermuth praised the x)rogress already made of the feit buildings since
his last inspection. He expects with confidences a st)lendid success of the under-
taking, and assured us that Germany will do its "oart. The fear of a Cholera
epidemic expected to break out in the Sr>ring, he <ioes not think justified; he

however, thinks that a law stoT)T?ing immigration into the U. S. A. would grep.tly
limit the visitors from Germany, especially, if the Hamburg and Bremen navigation
Company would limit transportc^.tion or make it more difficult.

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Illinois Staats Zeitung> Nov« 12, 1892.
THE G^Jmi VILLAGE.

Where During The World's Fair
German Activities V/ill Concentrate.

Only a few more months, then the Germans, who respect their mother country and
remember it gladly, will have an opportunity to realize a very pleasant
dream. They will be able to imagine that they walk upon German soil, that
they tarry upon German ground. They will be able to make themselves believe
they are walking through one of those villages, which enrich our mother coun-
try v/ith the poetic and the romantic.

They will be able to hear genuine German sounds and words, without a mixture
of the so-called Pennsylvania Dutch. Music from German Military Bands, in
brilliant uniforms, will fascinate them. They will enjoy German wine, beer,
and favored meals, and converse with German visitors. To speak German freely
and sing German songs will be their delight and privilege.

Anglo-Americans will observe this spectacle, but they will not be able to en-
joy that sweet pleasure the Germans are favored with, because the latter 's
heart strings are tied to their homeland. By observing the Germans in their

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activitiee, the Anglo-Americans will learn to respect them because here pre-
vails genuine, honest, warm-hearted friendship and geniality. Hypocrites,'
bigots, and sneaks are strangers here, therefore the Know-Nothing, who
despises the Germans as foreigners, has no place here

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Our dream is not an empty one, but will soon be fully realized. The build-
inp^s of the village at the Midway Plaisance make splendid progress under the
supervision of Mr. Belschner of Frankfurt. The framework for the Westphalian
House, and a part of the castle with the chapel have been turned over to the
roofers and bricklayers. Next month the architect, Mr. Hoff acker, of Berlin
will arrive in Chicago... After the Vfestphalian House is completed, the House
of the Black Forest, and the House of the Bavarian Alps will be constructed.

Very active of late is C. B. Schmidt, the business agent of the concern in-
corporated under Ethnographical Exhibits. The required capital for the exe-
cution of their plans has been furnished by the German Ba.nk, and the German
National Bank of Berlin by subscription. They also have organized the pre-
viously mentioned company.

The directors of the 7/orld*s Fair were liberal enough to concede 175,000
square feet of space at the Midway Plaisance and contracts were closed

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immediately with the architect C. Hoffacker, and the firm of Ph. Holtzmann
of Frankfurt ♦

We do not exaggerate in making the assertion that the German Village at the
Midway Plaisance will greatly excel all other attractions there. This
exhibit is not an idle one, but offers a wealth of things which are instructive
as well as entertaining* It will teach the Nativists that the Germans are
not so bad as is generally supposed* It will be a living demonstration of
the fact that German songs , German entertainments 9 and German joviality and
geniality are valuable treasures of the German people, of \rtxich it need not
be ashamed.

Upon the Germans themselves this exhibit will make a profound impression, smd
will refresh their memory in many respects. It will also enliven and restore
their national pride. The desire will be aroused in the heart of every German
to be of one accord with all who speak the German language.

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Chicago, Xov. 12, 1392,

THz sckil::^h cele^haticit

The Schwahen Glut and the g^v^nnastic clut "Vorwaerts" celebrated day "before
yesterday, the birthday of this great German poet. The Schwahen arranged r
soiritual, enjoyr^bTe evening. The attendance ,of the "Vorwaerts** w^s an enor-
mous one, and all guest^ amused themselves very much. I'r, Huhn of Hilv/aul-cee
gave an excellent speech on the theme "Schiller and his period.'' Kis speech
77a3 very interesting and educational. Mr. Pfeifer the cliairrnan of the spiritual
coiimittee also made a rhortt speech ^-^^ ^^^^ song section performed several good
s^ngs. Also a living picture of Tilliam Tell was represented. Hiss Minnie G-lo^,
a daughter of the previous gymnastic teacher John G-loy, gave a piano solo with
such ability, tliat she had to give an encore. After the end of the program an
enjoyable dance entertainment wns arranged. Also the Schwaben celebrated
their famed compatriot in love and honor. They laid flowers and wreaths at
the foot of the Schiller statue in Lincoln Park and later they h?d a meeting
in Peter Mehrs place. They celebrated the great poet in an enthusi.qstic and
patriotic manner, ^^nd many glasses T.^er^e emptied to the progress of German
poetry and art.

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! Abendpost. September 30, 1892.

The Schiller Theatre.

The doors of the Schiller Theatre have heen opened yesterday for the first time to
the great public. Shortly after S p.m. the curtain rose, solemn music filled the hall,
and Liberian ffans recited the festival prolog composed by himself. The impressive-
ness was immense. The Orphans Mens* Choir sang the sacred song by Mohr with splendid
results. The Chairman, Mr. Franz Amberg, presented the principal speaker of the even-
ing, Mr. A.C. Hesing aad pointed out that he deserved the greatest praise in bringing
about this superb undertaking, which is the pride of the Germans in Chicago and an
ornament to the city. He not only gave the idea for the building of the theatre, but
also took the greater part of the work involved, on his shoulders.

Blip. Hesing in a splendid speech, gave a description of the theatrical conditions in
Chicago, their previous difficulties, the alliance of the Chicago - Milwaukee stage
and finally the completion of the present undertaking, which he hot>ed will have the
full support of the German public.

Several more speeches were made and beautiful songs given and an excellent living
picture was presented.

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The building itaelf is a gorgeous affair. Prom every point l^thi^theatre a
splendid view of the stage can he obtained. The decorations in gold, seagreen, and
lighthrown have a very pleasant effect. Two large paintings, one representing poetry
and another one a scene from the life of Homer "give a pleasant relief". The middle
figure represents Schiller on the Pegasns with three allegorical figures at his side,
whose genius represents poetry and truth. Other figures represent strength, beauty,
etc.

The left group representing the old hero singer. Homer in the midst of his list-
eners, warriors, women, students, and phildren. Allegories representing music, paint-
ing and sculpture complete the figures of this masterpiece. Both paintings were exe-
cuted by the artist Rich. Bock.

The painting? on the side walls have been made by Arthur Pendel and represent Faust
meeting Gretchen coming from chiirch and a scene from Maria Stuart, kneeling before
Elizabeth, her royal enemy.

The stage decorations have been done by Messrs. Grover and Barridge and are superb.
The f^ole installation offers the best and most modern, that can be supplied.

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AbendDOst, SeptemlDer 22nd, lr:92.

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In Schumacher's Hall p.t Ashland Avenue this w'^ek a grand f?ir took" iDlace; "oromoted
"by the G-erman-Protestant Peace Society. Tne fair was attended "by irany friends of
the meralDers. The chief aini "^vas, to find amusement and tnis tney did, so for several
hours they enjoyed themselves, nn^ were a very jolly crowd. Those who have not
visited the fair, should do so. There is not only an interesting and entertaining
program hut also a raffle of very useful gifts tak' s ulace, these gifts are much
ar)Dreciated.

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I^Ilinois^ St-Lats_Zeio_un^, 3ep. 15, lb92.

present.. •• Thoi:»s' Symphony orchestra will appear.... Jhe .orld's r'air
Chorus, under Katzenberger * s leadership ... v/ill undoubtedly give us a glorious
concert, one of especial interest to Geriians...

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Die Abend post, Apr. 23, 1892,

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GeTiCin ExhilDitors rirn comr)lainin;r- nore or loss abo^it
insufficient ST)ace^rowervations, grcntpcl '07 the World's Fair administ-Ption, wnich
olDviously is favoring Ariprican and British a^r,lir.?nt*=^ for room. Mr. Arnold,
re-ore r.enting Siemens anc Hslske in Berlin, hci'? e:^>lr^-nrr! th:i -? f.-ct to us and 8nno^\nc.
ed at tne pane time, thr^t his ronc^rn has or)ened ur) a Cnir--^go Brrnch office, which
is managed ^y 0. Msysen^rg and A. W. T;rif:ht. In coooer-^tion with this Branch-
office, every ef-l'ort ^-'ll he strrined, to make the G-^rman di^n.sion in electric
acnieve-^ent. one of the most nttractive, "brilliant sr^ots of the 7Jorld's Fair,

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Chici'.j^o Trii^une, J'eb. 21, 1R92.

The n'eat dQ^ice-hall cf tr.e lernonia oluL-hcuse lost nirht jreso.ited a scenerv,
dazzlin^ ii'-'hts, LeautiTul oostunies, ojia haupv faces ocula . ake it. It was the*
tv/enty-severith anriuo.l cariiivil cf t-.e "^-eri.ionia ; o.:iiierchcr, end ...any hundred cf
the hest .:Ticvni ^^reriaaii society .^ecpie cf t^.e oity were o.soe/L.led to teice or.rt in
the i.iasqv.erade doaioe, cr v;'.tne3.j t;:e unique Chinese p^rfcr .ame, and the frclic
cf the daiiccrc. "Z'^x^ scone vraj cesi -ned tc represent tlie rece^:^tion cf the Chinese
Eujercr on a fej:>tival occasion. Louis ^'et^lel^orst i:.. personated the Cr..p3rcr, z.^A
?ro.u hand, true to '.\^v country, represei'.teu 'T-er^.^ojiia. ly ...eans :f clever scenic
paintin-^s the daiice-.iall icst for a tii;.e . its usual ap -ec^.rtuice, and opened up
vistas of Cliiiiese scenery, picturesque ».nd l"=^autif\;l, xrit so ni^tural that they
sr.elt cf tea. The entire v/all v/as covered vdth p.--intea c-^nvas. The ceilin-^ v;-s
draped v/ith blue end yellov/ buntin;-. so as tc represent a blue z'rj with an eastern
haze. Here and t-iere Chinese ^ods, ariuor, bric-a-lra--^-, a]id the like were placed
v/ith a.diLiratle ef'^ct, and at one qt\q. cf t":.'^ -lall was a typical Chinese sta:;e. It
wcs on tnis tnat "/le suec -al perf enhance in lienor c'2 the ::-npercr was presented.
A touch 01' re^.lity wv s lent to the scene by t:ie presence of half a dozen Lcno-

fide Chinajnen* A brilliant bollet dance c x^-nec tie tne^.trical part of the en-

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ChiCf:/'0 Tri'^urxe, :^eL. 21, 1-92.

tertairuient, ?ijid then t:ie various ;. inis::ers cf Jtete o.ppeared to acocir.nani-
:aent cf v;ild, ;ius ideas Chinese ncise. I.esGr^i -loldzeer, 'llade, ICcnta, Led-
eror, V/elker, Sohult^/, VA.A, Rei.uoiin, 'lild, Schierbrj-nd ond Claussenius iin-
o^rsonated t:ie c' nrocters cf tlie various l.'inisters. The s::cv/ ended with a
strikin"^ to.uleo.u* The '5<i.r:iival surpassed in l^rilliancy i^jid nuiiibers all . crii.er
efforts cf the : annero ior«

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Illinois Stac^ts - Zeltunfi Jan. 28, I892

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THE GEr.]..^K VILLAGE

Xhe Illinois Stsiats » Zeitung; reported yesterday the arrival of C» B» Schmidt
froiii Btjrlin» He declared the results of trie negotiations in regard to the
"Geriaan Villu^fa" as entirely satisfactory. Negotiations had been started
several ixiontl.s ago by correspondence. The German village, the German medieval
city» the concert-garden Joining both, and other pleasure-^grounds are destined
to becoii.e the general runaei:.vous for Geriusn and German-Americans. These plans
will be carribd out at an enornious ex^^ense. At the Midway Plaisance then will
be crujited a part of Ger;..any, whert; one oan feel at home. Genuine German life
and activities v/ill prevail hert?. The area measures 2^0 by 70^ feet; half of
this is reserved for a ooncert-ga. den, in which restaurants will be located
wldch will be able to serve eight thousa:,d i^^o^le at one time. It is planned
to enga^-e several military banus, and the arrai.gements will soon be completed.

The ticket ii to the concerts .vill be twenty-five cents, but the entrance to the
city and village is free. The entrance fee to the German museum, located near
L.y, v/ill be also twenty-five cents. The city, consisting of thirty-three houseSf
will re^retient the architecture of the riiedieval agOf the whole arrangement gives
to the city the iiiiprossions of forLier ages. The village on the other hand, will
den.onstrate the diiferent industrial branches of our country-men in Bavaria,

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Suxoniu, and elsewhere.

This enterprise is uncertukan b;, the German Bank and the National Bank in
Berlin. These large financial institutions consider it their patriotic dutyt
ana an honor to have their interests represented at the »/orld"s Pair in Chicago*
Itx . Schmiat v/as a personal friend of the late editor , H. Raster. Besides, he
is well-knovm to i.any readers as an efficient immigration commissioner and
has achieved splendid success in his connection with the Santa Fe Railroad.

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Die AbendpQst» Jan. 11, 1892.

[COLUMBIA FRAU2N VEREBI (CuLmiBIA ,,m:ElT»S SOCIETY)]

The Colxmbia V/omen's Society had its first annual Masquerade-Ball last
Saturday at V/alsh's Hall. This German V/omen^s Society is in existence only
2 years, but already has a great many friends v/ho lend at any given opportxinity
their useful assistance as shov.n by this successful Ball, which lasted until
late in the nighty All arrangraents of the entertainment v;ere in the hands of
the ladies Axagusta Apitz, Friedericke, Gerbing, Sophia Schohau and Augusta
Obenauf .

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The aerr-n-;.ustrian Veroin Uiudeuoria had i^s a:::-.ual lauern Ball (leasant-dance)
at the Union Hall, 70 h. Clark Street, last Saturday nir-hu. The oc^casion v:as
a real peasant festival and ct^rted v/ith -^ parade c" Ger^'.an, ..ustrisr and
huncarian [rroups in .cclorl'ul cc3tu::.ec throu^rh the ..ar^-e hall to th ■ tunes of
hor.eland r.elodies^ Zlhen follo-.'ed the real dance, v;hich v:as well arranred and
3hcv;ed besides the latest .'^-.odern dances a lot o: oliLine rural dancinc* The
dar.ce-interr-dssi. ns '.vera filled wit'.: jv:ily son:--:olos an. corriijal sneeches^
The orchestic was playinr al:iost contir.uously and deserves particular ^jrai.-e
for its first class inusic.

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It is iirn.ossible to recollect all happy and enjoya'L.le incidents of this festival,
v;hich lasted until late in the ni.-ht*

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"A^end^ost" November 25th, 1?91. ^^ "^

The "Altenheim'' Festival.

Whenf^ver there is an OT)r)ortiinity to heir) a chari table institution, the Chicago
German people will always "be rerdy .?nr: willing to do so. This was "oroven yesterday^
in the beautiful decorated Hall, of the ITorthside Turnerhalle, where the numerous
patrons and friends assembled, to celebrate in German style, this year's Altenheim
Festival,— The start was made, with an artistic concert, in which Miss Klein's
rendering of the great Aria from the "laughter of the Regiment" formed the climajc.

-The apTolause of the audience wrs so impetuous, that the honored member of the
great or)era in the auditorium, consented to add a beautiful song: "0! How Delightful
is Tne Time of Youth." Besides her, l.'iss Augusta V . Goetz has to be mentioned, who
sung two lovely SchumaJin songSf Not less loraiseworthy is the duet from Donizetti's
"Eelizar" s.mg by Mrs. Katzenberger and Mr. Kurztisch. The latter has just moved
from Milwaukee, and no doubt will be a Chicago favorite' of the Chicago loublic,
if he appears frequently among us# As always, Mr. Johann Wass, with his rendition

of "Silvajaa" Toroved that he TDOssesses an artistically trained trnor voice.

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Abondpcst, Cct» ?.'6 , ISL^I.

The Annual ''pair" cf tiie Athletic Club "Liberty" stc-rted yesterday crA
vrill IfSt 2 i.icre days. T^e Lier.bors vfith t'^.eir fo::ilies v:ere all present
vnd a happy iiiCcd prevailed*

The cnildren i3nd ycunf, ladies entertained ti.e crovfd. A -^rert variety cf
use-ul, pretty tiim^^s are displnyed in one part cf tne hall and they v:ill
be raffled cff.

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Jtbeiidpcst, Cot. lo, 1891.

(JCJXY rSLLCVfC : IlSTIVaL ^- hALL)

The Annual festival e^nd t^ll cf the 'Mcily Fellows", i.eld lest Se.turdey
at Ivliller^s 'To.ll, prccended in a ceautiful i..nd jelly ya^y. The cr.tendance
v/es very nunercus. But incst ir-pcrtiijit cf t-.H, every .lolly **brother" end
"sister** v:as deter:dned to cj.use himself cr herself f^rA crhers also in
the TxOst jolly t^nd harnless way.

That they suooeeced in doinj^ so is jroven by the fret that tr.e jell;
crcv/d D£..rted 1^ te the iiext ificriiin^.

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Koi\;ai- -.v.: i.u- .. u:. i:i.o ,,•-!*'.•. vjidc ^' ^I'r.c]- lluxl luct ri^hi. 7Le eiitertuiiri.ant was
^iv^ii uiidtjr li.u uu* ^.iov:.r- Ox ' :.u Cl.lc-.^o Tv.rnre oirida , ana i:ov^k the pluce oi' the

Korr.br \i:sU t oi-:. i.. jrv^La^j.., Ki^.xt>...L':r 2-, -.?9l» uJs dr....utic una f;oeticui v/ori:s
r-.lL.': -..'Iti. cl u buDt i"'] t .u :r'.^x'...un 1 i'.artituro, uiid in 1-^.^t night's rei;tivul the

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u cei'ter^^iece .i portruit iii o'l of Korner, heroic size,
! :i hunk CI' i'lcv/ors ui^d i'orns.

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The Geccnd day cf the .^reot :'ete passed in tne sajae jcvis.! ond deli^jitful vmy«
Althcu;^h there v/ere net quite as i.-OJiy visiters as en tlie ^^revieus day, the
nTeeable ^nd nleasant laced v:a6 not lo-clcin-".

Dr).ncin^, ccn'ierts, plays, -/u'nes, sta-^e oerferi ance,s, pictures, firevrcrks furn-
ished solendid y-na iibundant entertr.inaent.

The iriarvelcus s'cilled pantcinixic-soenic plays frci.i tlie masterpieoes ef cur
r:reat ')cets v;ere cne cf the 'Cardinal attra'^ticns. The teo'^hers as well es the
children received enthusiastic, v;ell eorned applause. All stare deccraticns
v/ere planned and executed by that able artist, -r. ' • Steidle. ^

Obviously the funds :'cr the "Goethe" : cnuiuent v/ill be swelled by about

filOOO.OO presentin-;; the cash-balance fron thi

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2^HE CANNSTATTER TESTIVAjJ

The first day of the Cannstatter festival, being held at Ogden Grove yester- ;•;'
day, was indeed a splendid one. The weather was beautiful, every seat in thaio^
large garden was occupied and seemingly everyone was in good humor. •••

The Pantomimic Scenic Performances from '♦Faust'*, "V/allenstein'* and others
with 150 children cooperating brilliantly in the play, provided pleasant and
profitable enjoyment. Exceedingly enthusiastic applause was received at the
final tableau; ••Schiller and Goethe in Lincoln Park.**

Dramatic recitals of well-known patriotic and love songs contributed much to
the amusements of the day. By approaching daitaiess the large garden was il-
luminated. A great many pictures v/ere presented and fireworks enriched the
evening. The festival will continue tvo-day. The program contains many ex*
traordinary plays and performances.

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It is assimed that the pecuniarj" success is above all expectation*
A considerable aiaount will be turned over to the fund for Goethe's ?'onument,

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Chi^ca^'O TribUiie_j_ ".ur% o, lo91.

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The executiv3 co:rj".ittee of "::; o C'Gr:.:an- linoric m Cer.tr'l -]ocietv met in its
h-^'ll, Mo. 106 '{-^'.ndolph 3g., lr?.st av-aninr; -go discuss the arran jenonts lor
G8rIn^•n day, the annive -can/ of the landi/i;-;: of the first C'err:i3.ns in /^.rierica.
This day is to be celebr*ited Oc\.. -£, lc9:3, "t v/hich tine a f^rand celebration
is expected. The anniversary \vill also be celebrated on the sane day of
this year, thou^:h on a much sn-.lior sc^-le, -ind Anton hneck, I'at. Goldburg,
::-ustav Llanufsky, 7rank I'ock, -ind Rich- rd ^. Stupe v;ere appointed a corninittee
to rake arran;;^3rnents for that event.

jor the ,a;rander celebration an addr ss 'vili b"^ sent out notifyinr: each Ger-
riian society in uhe city to send a dele^-ate to a ^-eneral -^nass meetin'-^, and
at thit meeting, a comirdttee v/ill be aD^oointed to ^reriare a r>lan of enter-
tainment. Hhe date of tint r.eetin^^ v/as not decid'od upon, but it v/ill be in
the near future.

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III A Abendpost , July 27, 1891.

CEIiCDRATION OJ "GER!/A1^ DAY"

Since the celebration of "German Day" has been planned, all of the German
Clubs, Lodges, Unions, Societies, etc. should assist in making plans as
elaborate as possible* All Germans v;ill have to work together harmoniously,
if the "German Day" is to emphasize the importance of Germanism. Such a
co-operation is possible, since nearly every German belongs to a club or
lodge or society, or union, etc. If each of these organizations v;ill send
a delegate to a general conference, it could be legitimately stated, that
all Germans of Chicago are represented. The "Abendpost" (Evening Post)
as well as all other German publications will do everything they can to
mal:e it a success. Tie trust the or-anizations will do their duties also*

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Abendpost, July 13, 1891*

l^TIONAL TURN^^EHEIN (OYl^IASTIC CLUB)

The annual festival of the ^National-Gymnastic Club** took place yesterday.
Vi'ith utmost care and consideration all preparations had been completed and
the whole program went off v;ith clock work precision. The active members
of the club demonstrated their gymnastic skill with grace, elegance, and
exactitude, liost deeply amused v;ere the on lookers v.hen the little ones
played their ^ames so charir.in^ly. The rjal festival spirit, hov/ever, made
itself fully knov.ai, v/hen it vvas getting cooler. Singing, dancing, and all
kinds of amusements and entertainiuents Mere in order and all partook of the
same to the full extent. *,.lien the happy crowd v;as reminded of the departure
of the last train, everyone regretted to leave.

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EJKEEDBIGiy KIND

The Germans of Chicago have decided to celebrate '^German Day" but to compaire
this day v/ith the '^St^ Patricks Day** of the Irish, as is being done by the
Daily News, can be prompted only by raalicious intent* St* Patricks Day is
not a historical day and has nothing v/hatsoever in ccranon with any event im-
portant in the history of the United states. St* Patricks Day can be more
fittingly compared to a Geiman '^Harvest Feast*" As a rule there is much
drunkenness and misdemeanors* Quite to the oontraiy^ the "German Day" will
be celebrated in commemoration of those courageous pioneers who established
the first Geman Colony more than 200 years ago* This day shall remind the
English and Irish Americans, that they have not been the only nation to build
up and develop the United States*

Another reason for the celebration of "German Day" is to convince the young
generation of German-Americans that they can be just as proud of their fore-
bears and kinsmen as other nations are. Above all, this day shall help to

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stimulate the devotion of the Gernan-Aznericans tov/ards this country^ for
whose development Geman heads and hands have worked for hundreds of years.
In this sense it shall be a genuine German-American holiday.

The Germans are tired of being treated as of no account. They recognize the
fact that others have no appreciation for the virtue of humility and content-
ment. They cannot be satisfied any more with empty phrases and they have de-
cided to give a public demonstration of their power, as nothing else will
attract the attention and adLiiration of the public effectively. Such a
demonstration in Chicago would be of great benefit in many respects. Even
the Germans would gain more self-confidence if they realize to the full ex-
tent their numerical strength. It is also certain that other nationalities
will treat them with more respect after seeing a public demonstration of
their legions.

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A year ago the Abendpost tried in vain to get the celebration of the
*^Geman Day*' started. However, this year we have to sane extent at least
started the ball rolling, and should it be too late this season to properly
pi^pare for a dignified celebration then it should be postponed. Nevertheless,
the Daily News and similar institutions can depend upon our determination,
that we refuse to accept or consider any of their plans as a substitute for
the proposed great public demonstration.

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Abendpost, July 6, 1891

/AMUSEi-ffilTTS <Sr E1TTSRTAI!T!.2:NTS AT OUTINGSj

The 13th Annual Picnic and "summer-night" cele"bration at Eoerdts Grove,
held by the ""beer-hrewerr worker's Union" was a srlendid success. The makers
of the fine "Barley-Drink' always understand how to make these picnics a
good time for all.

For the children and young folks all kinds of plays were arranged and prizes
given to the test players. The adults amused themselves dancing and howling.

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V A 1 Abendpost> June ^£, 1891.

[BAVAi^LAIT Al-IERICAi: CUJBJ

Ogden Grove yesterday was the meeting place of nearly all the Bavarians of
Chicago and suburbs. At 12 o'clock, midday, the Bavarian-American Club of
Cook County started from its place, 130 Wells Street and marched to the
place of festival. The sister clubs ^Bavaria**, '^ Allied Austrians** and
"Bavarians" and the "Chicago Bavarian Club" took part in large numbers.
During the march and the v/hole time of the entertainment a general brotherly
harmony prevailed*

Mr. E. G. Lintz made the festival speech and the Arrangement Committee com-
posed of Peter liaier, Fr. v;irth, Aug. Kesel, Fr. Viorh, Louis Kuhn, Anton
Amweiler, F. V/ihi, John Etzel, Joseph V/urm, John Zellner, John Kiogler and
Simon Loefel did their utmost to make this picnic be a real people's festival.

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A.l>endr)Ost. May 25th, 1391.

Social Gymnastic Club

GEHiJAN

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A very gay arte real gymnastic affair was the May festival, Saturday night
in the Gymnastic Hall, comer of Belmont Avenue and Paulina Street, given
"by the Social (jymnastic Cluh for the "benefit of the particitjant gymnastic
crib of St. Paul. The entertainment started somewhat late as most members
and friends had to come from outside Chicago hut tue time was well occupied
in agreeable discussions and heer drinking. The main entertainment was
presented hy the performance of the 2nd act comedy. "The Golden Cross^f
The principal roles were enacted "by Ernest Manser, JoseT)h Waneck, Dr. Theo
Boll and Kramer and the ladies, Mary Boll and Hermine Waneck. The T)lay was
very good and well apt>reciated. After that an auction was held for a large
May-howl of which was eagerly drunk.

A dance finished the gay entertainment. The arrangement committee
consisting of Mr. George Marchraert, Hermann Tepe, George Kruse, Thomas Glaus-
ien. Chat Twin and Otto Schmoll has every cause to "be satisfied with the
success of the festivf^l.

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Die Alendpost, !.::ir, 9, Ic^l

In Folz^ Hall the Ger::.an ^PxCineers* Club, ::o, 23, held its 3rl ni'^p-^^uarale Tall,
Isst Saturday evening, ;\rhi^h rave fvll S'lt 'sf':Ctio:: to all atter.di:i^» The
atte:-.dar:C3 was spl..::di.:- , :\o:jz c :' then re:::ai''iin{: till early i.orr.inr". ":c dis-
turbance spoiled the onjcyi.eiit a d the !.iei::Vers f the Co;j:iittee did their very
best to rnake this an outst(.:ndinc: festival, v;hich -//ill r.^:''^lr: for s "ne tiifi3 in the
momorv cf the r'uesus*

The follov/inr ::ier:iberG o: the Co j.ittee havo ear. ed the full a^^^^eciation of all
those v;hc att--^::ded this enjoyalle celebraticnl Ctto Luhr, haul :io:^frianr. , ^^''^.arles
Schlir>ert-, .vilhelm Hclzbauer and I.iax .*eif s!'*:Uollero

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ho:. lay^L buildii::> will

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The building: Coiiriittee of the '''.Vorld's Ftiir/' has published a rerort on the
sroupin^^ of the buildirkJ:s at the coiling "^IVorld's Pair.** The cite ;.*ill be

di^^ided into five parts. The cultivat;3d part of the park on the ICorthside,
buildings v:ill be erected for the different States and probably ^he art
builiin:::s will also be built ther:- too. The builiin.-'S v.hich cannot "ce
erected on this particular space -..ill be built in the ''L'idv.ay rlaisance"*

as well as, the buildin-^s erected bv rrivate raruies. The triree divisions
T;hich are crossed by the la^-oon, v.ill be ap; ropriated for all those buildings
of which will be the n:aiu .Jivl southern front and will be in the direction of
the main part o:£ the fair rrounds. Division four v;ill h .ve the principal
erected thereon. On division five includiu-^ tne ::,ost Soutnern i^.^rt cf the

i:\.rk, will be erected the less uninportant buildings niude fror.: chea"oer mate-
rials and not so elaborate. The buildings of the various States will be
very imposin/t and will be surroui;ded ..ith paved roads. CVermany 'ri.o.s infor;;ed

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the Gonmittee by cable that rost likel^^ it will be officially represented*
A Comniittee v/hich has iiivestlgated the opinion of Ger.aan industry has re-
ported very favorably and has advised the i.'inister of Gomnierce, LIr. Van
Bertfisch to noninate the Lri::erial Exhibition Cojiunissioner and give him the
necessary authority*

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The Ge37!iian V/aiter's Club held this year's f'jii.cy drees rail in ':rand's 'lall* It
vjas very well atf^nded. The :^sl:e v;ere :;u::.e:-cu3 and costumes well chosen.
h'ur:;erou3 chests were in attendance, hothiii^i ;ms lachinf: as the Arrant 3-' -ent
Gorjr.ittee had done all t..at was possible. Unlii;.ited joyi'ulness rei{*ned the vnhcle
evening: till tne early iiiornii:^:' hours; and with certainly it can :;e said that the
vistors of the festival counted the ti:.e spent at the nasc^i.erade ns one of the
joyful and ayreeahle of tne season. i:e^:sr3. . aul . -j^len, Si^anuel I'arx, Joseph
Cohen, henry Sebach, II. I'lrich, Au^. hansel, ^u^. Cverdick, tlie ::.eiabers of the
or.^iittee, can re congratulated upon t:.is ^reat success.

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(::apdi-gf.\s festival give:: rY eiiZi:a::ia ASscciAncN)

This years' L!ardi Gras Festival of the Rhineland leoplo took place last night
along with a splendid maskball in the Ilorthside Gymnastic :iall« Previous to
this festival, the faidous and humorous carnival neetiiirs have been held regularly
all season. The '^I/.asquerade of ColOerne" has beei: represented v/ith ^*reat truth
and The I.larhet Sergeant, the !.:arket ./oman, the Sacred ! aids and Knights were all
very characteristic types of Cologne^

Today

ir^en who

Hamacher, Hubert Ilamacher, Carl Plindler, .Vri. Laner,

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The Hanbur^; Club held last ni^ht its Christ::- s celebration at Uhlicr:*G Kail.
A lar^e, bright, wonderfully illuminated Chri.j'j.v s tree, orna;fiental ;::arla::ds
and ilacs c^ve the Hall the arpearance of -i fair;- jev/el box. Tiie Orchestra
staiiied the pI^^c^a^n with a few good old Ocr:r;an nusicpieces. Then Sanoa Claus,
represented by I.'r, ..\ Det-lo:"*-^, r.-i^.e his appearance and enjoyed a chaerir. ;
crov;d of children with rresnnts n.d candy*

Several solo srjncs and nusical selections follo.;ed. Also i'r. Detloff rave a
speech ^n . latt Dutch (dialect:) v;in'.ch ai::u::ed the audience enormously. A
lively dance v/ound up tje entertairiinent , which vms riana^red by hyssrs. F.
Linde.Tiann, ^^rnest Stei'^-hoff and II* h^eur.ann*

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Die Abend post > Dec* 15, 1890,

/LX2Ch AID SCCI2Ty7

The Labor Aid Society c^ve an eLtertaiii'^ient with a ball last Saturday evening
at Yonaorff Ilall*

The pro.^rar: v/as a selection oT pleasin^^ sonfrs.

The r.onolo^:ue ^ Das Schnee^vel "-36 I'aar'* (The Snoij ..hite hair), recited by I'.t.
Ch. Keiter, v/as a re::Lakable : .r^oiTiance and should be r.entionad ".particularly.
All festivity-arranf;::ients v;eje in the hands of l.essrs, C. A. Thielniann, *.7m.
Fannendt, :'• l\ Siebach and Vn, Klein.

A dance kept the folks tocetner till late in the ni^ht*

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Die Abendpost, July 5, 1890.

^RDER OF THE Kl^IIGHTb OF HONOR/

The twenty lodges of the Order of the loiights of Honor, existing in
Cook County, celebrated yesterday afternoon and evening their first
popular annual picnic, under the auspices of the Union Council, in
the North Chicago Hifieguard Park.

This picnic, like all previous festivals of the Knights of Honor, was
remarkable. John Meinken's famous orchestra furnished in a generous way
the music for dcuicing and various kinds of games. Later in the evening,
brilliant fireworks kept the many hundreds of celebrating visitors in
good spirits.

Naturally also, refreshments were served lavishly. The carefully managed
arrangements of the whole festival were in the hands of the following
gentlemen: £. C. Breyer, E. Corn, R. Ragdeick and so forth.

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Illinois Staats Zeitunr, Apr. 8, 1890

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A a:C'Z;R'\L Gn:R-mN-:U:!]HICAN DAY.

Duriap; the oast year inany things have boon said regarding the celebration of a
general Gernan-American Day.

The conviction has prevailed throughout, th* t such a festival could be carried
on upon the broad foundatio-^ of mutuD.l tolerance, as far as differences in
political and religious matters are concerned, and t-iat such a celebration could
develop and establish the strength and power of the Grerman-.Unericai element in
the United States, This pov/er could tV.en be applied, whenever the opportunity
was offered to combat and subdue mutual enemies. The unfolding of our united
strength would have helned undoubtedly, to nip in the bud the plans of our
adversaries, vh-) would like zo speak of us Germans as Uncle Sam's step-children,
"here is nothing -nore effective for the di3co:icertrient and disillusionment of
our enemies, than a powerful national activlL/ and an outstandinc^, extraordinan-'
demonstration

of our United strength.

A day is approaching in July v/liich will bt.. very appropriate to arouse the pride
in every German throughout the world, and Jmke him highly enthusiastic, because
it is one of the most exalted days to comiuemor-te an evant in the history of two

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thous-^nd years of our -rent p.nd indestructible o-ioole. Since then all ,eenera-
tions of all civilized nations have been illumined v/ibh its radiant and bene-
ficial r.-iys of light, and it has raare them ir.ore god-like. I I'xave reference to
the day, v/hich is to coirjiemorate the 4b0th anniversary of the discovery of r)rint-
in^? by the "^eri.ian Joha.i>ies Outtenberr-,

Cven today, damper is threatening; inore thnn ever, and this tirie, our liberties
are attacked. !!ust v;e '*in the land of the free and the home of the brave'* raise
our children as thov, the '-urn and tobacco-chev/ers want as to do? Or shall we
proceed in accordance v;ith our best methods? Therefore, ufiito again, Gorman-
Americans I Get ready and stren^-Tthen yonr liearts on the altar of memory of the
glorious achievei^r.ent of your j];reat nation, •"•.nd then in the fall, (election) you
^-/ill v/in tlie fi:::it against those v/ho have attacked you unjustly.

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SIVABIM CHUKCH FESTIVAL

To give this festive entertainment during the cold season, appears
unusual but nevertheless it is to be given Saturday, Inarch 2d9th at
Mueller's spacious hall, comer North Avenue and Sedgwick Street by
the ik^izekato Club. According to Lange, Kenge and Stern, who con-
stitute the arrangenent coinmittee, it is to exceed anything, and
everything of its kind. The Hall is to be transformed into an
artificial picnic ground, created by the use of artificial grass,
flowers, aiid shrubbery. The production of "living" pictures will be
taken care of by Mr. Schweitzer and Ldnders. "The Seven Schwaben
hunting Rabbits". "The True incident at the Stuttgart Marketwell".
"Catching Whales at Kesen Creed", and other exaggerated sagas, which
remind one of the lovely Schwabenland (Southern) German district;
also thefamous pillar of fruit, a dime museum, Inidana and the well-
known wheel of fortune, .i double orchestra under the leadership of
H. Schmoll furnishes concert and dance music.

GERL'IAN

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ALAAF COEUnj

Ihe Rheinlaenders (the Germans vjho live in districts bordering on the
River Rhine) will have a grand prize masquerade at the Colunibia Hall,
corner Lake and Desplaines Streets. Several valuable prizes are
offered. The huiaorous part of the program \.'ill be taken care of by
liT. Math. Bisdorf , with his genial poems. Lir. llindler and Schwartz
also will do their share. The Rheinlaenders are proverbially good
natured and hui/iorously inclined and so far have always succeeded in
dispersing melancholy.

Now they intend to combine the aesthetic with the useful by renting
an office at Brandl's (Brandl's) Hall, where gratuitous advice and
information will be given to all Rheinlaenders.

Individuals willing to join vull have that privilege on Sunday.

GERMAN

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Lie Abendpost, Mar. 6, 1890.

/me Hi;RUGARI ORDILR CLLEBRATS^

The Harugary. Ihe four North west side i-odges, Germania No. ZQi^y
Humboldt No. 4^0, Hoffnumg (Hope No. 439 and Merkle No. 515 of the
German Order Harugary will celebrate their 43rd anniversary next
Sunday, March 9th, 2 P. M. , Central Turnhall, 1105-15 Milwaukee
Avenue, with tha co-operation of the Harugary Singing Society, the
Humboldt Singing Society, Crphens ZithP Club and the Violin and
Zither Club.

iiXtensive entertainment is thus assured. A spectacular Ball is also
provided. At the Vor^varts Turnhall, .Vest 12th Street, the Arminia
Lodge, 459 combined with the Harugary Male Chorus, will give a Mask
Ball and both Societies endeavor to make this the "ne plus ultra*'
of the season.

Several Theattical plays, which have never been given before, will also be
produced. In general, extensive preparations have been made for the festival.

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GERIiAN FREE-MASONS CELEBRATE \7EJT3R FESTIVAL*

The Geriuan Free-?^son Lodges of our city have celebrated but one festival annu-
ally for the last ten years. This mutual celebration takes place in honor of
their patron saint; it is called '•MidsUjTjner Day**, and is held in the latter part
of June. Because of the brilliant success of these festivals the seven local
Free-llason Lodges readily accepted the proposal to have a mutual festivity dur-
ing the winter also. This affair, for ./hich elaborate preparations had been
made, took place, last night, at the ^•North Side Tumhalle***

The festival was not a so called <Vnerican '•reception'*, but a genuine German
affair, where the well-known and oftsn misunderstood German joviality prevailed,
and where all were impelled to be cheerful and happy.

The Turnhalle W8.s most attractively decorated. Large posters with inscriptions
such as: "Virtue, Morality, Fraternity**; ••Peace and Unity'*; '•Let there be Light",
reminded the via iters of the high aspirations of the Free-Liasons , ncunely to cul-
tivate among themselves noble sentiments, and to promote the ennobling and moral
perfection of mankind in general. Free-Masonry is promoted by the Alliance,

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Illinois Staats Zeitunc> Jan» 25, 1889 •

which includes all separate ori^anizations#

At 8 o'clock, sharp, the director of music, L!r, Kretlow, andhis orchestra, com-
posed of forty of the best German musicians, played hhe overture, '•Poet and
Peasant'% and several other pieces with excellent success*

At twelve o'clock the banquet was served. John Feldcamp welcomed the guosts*
Later, H. Pomy spoke about the importance of Free-I.asonr^^, ''The best men^'' he
stated, **are associated v/ith this order, and only men of honor can join it.'*
Free-Masonry is not bound to any language, race, nation, or class, but belongs
lo the v/hole v;orld, r.nd the world belongs to it.** The dignified Grand-liaster
of tlie state lodge remarked that he xnxs grateful to his creator for a society,
in Y/hich obedience is the first duty, in view of the lawlessness, corruption,
and vice now prevalent among men. After explaining more fully ^he purpose of
Free-I'^sonry, he extoled the wives who aiisist their husbands in their noble
endeavor. He called the Germans pioneers of true sociability, and expressed the
wish that the Anglo-American brethem would follow their splendid example. Mrs*
Loeb then paid a tribute to the men and Free-Uasons, who, she said, esteem
friendship, spread truth, and protect the helpless and needy*

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GExRI^AlT

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F, V/enter proposed a toast to the city of Chicago, and mentioned soiie of the
achievements of the Germans in particular the introduction of Gernan in public
schools, llajor Roche responded to the toast rather humorously, and proudly
boasted that the 250,000 Germans of this jity v/ere his friends.

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Gi^RilAN

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VOICES OF THE PEOPLE: CORRECTION!

i
••^e, the members of the Sozialer Tumverein, declare herewith that the arti- j

cle, published by a malevolent reporter of the Chicago Press Association »

about the pageant of the Turner-festival, is a tissue of lies and of mali-
cious distort ions • We protest mainly against the assertion: That during
the final historical tableau of the pageant the flag of the United States
was trampled upon*

"The tableau mentioned represented an allegorical representation of the
French revolution in connection with the present social conditions and not
- as claims the press - •T^e Triumph of Anarchism, '*

*We furthermore declare that during the performance of this historic picture,
no United States flag was used at all and that to insult the flag of our
couiTtry would constitute a violation of our own principles as turners and as
citizens, as it is the duty of every member of the Nord Amerikanische
Turnerbund to be a citizen of the United States.

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ffe declare in answer to the malicious lies of the scoundrels from the press

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Chicagoer Ar be iter Zeitung, Dec. 12, 1888,

that we are ready at any time to prove the truth of our statement through
the testimony of hundreds of witnesses •*•

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Chloa^oer Arbeit er - Zeitung April 9, 1868«
AMNIVSRSARY FESTIVITIES OF THE SOCIAL TURN SOCIETY

Those men who .were responsible for the establishment of the Social Turn Society
a year agOt can proudly look back on their accomplishment. Last night's anni-
versary celebration of this young society, held at the Northside Turner Hall had
the appearance as if all the friends and admirers of these gymnastic societies
kept its rendezvous and extended their hearty birthday greetings to the Social
Society. Taking into consideration that the red banner flowed over the heads
of the audience it was not at all surprising that the progressive turn societies
as the Vorwarts Turn Society, Der Fortsohritt and the Garfield Turn Societies
were well represented* The Lincoln and the Chicago Turn societies took active
part in the execution of the program t thus helping to make the evening a great
success. Then turner Glog stepped on the speaker's platform and delivered a
speech which did not fail to produce the expected effaoti "Priendsl That which is
of most concern to this society is the platform of the turners of North Amerioaf

which if necessary, the society is ready to defend* Our organization is not as
progressive as it was expected to be, and it needs the strong support of its well
wishers to help them win back the reputation of old. The heavy clouds which have

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Chloa^oer Arbeiter «- Zeltun^ April 9t 1888 •

gathered on the political horizon of the Socialists, have become more threatening
since the time of the sevenfold judicial murder of November last* Modem devel-
opments have reached a point, when a radical change of the social and political
order, according to socialistic ideas, has become an important question of the
present time* Disregard for this situation is dangerous and unworthy of an orgaa-
ization as that of the N* A* T* We have to take aotioni We can not remain neutral
in a fight which divides modern society into two huge oampSf capital and labor*
Capital demands slaves, which a free man can never be, and with conditions as we
know them, could there be even the slightest doubt to which of the belligerents
the N* ii* T. will give its aid? The North American Turners will have to decide
in the near future whether the organization wishes to be known as a progressive
and liberty loving organization* If so it will have to decide to work hand in
hand and shoulder to shoulder with the progressive organizations of the country*

V/e hope that it will not sink to the level of the American "Athletic and Sporting
Societies" and share the viewpoint of the war societies t and be patriotic even to
the extent of approving of murder* Finally » I wish to meiition the unfriendly
attitude of our press, vriiich reminds me of Babel's words "Whenever the liberal
press has a word of praise for me, I am almost convinced that I did something which

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Chloaf!;oer Arbeit er > Zeltunp; April 9, 1888 •

I should not have done I" If the Illinois Staats ^ Zeitung ever prints anything
in favor of the turn societies or any turner t one can take it for granted that
some mistake has been made; and if the contrary is the oaset we can be sure
thtit we are on the right path#

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(Der Westen) Illinois Sta-^ts-Zeitung, February 7, 1836

An Order - Jubilee

0 -■ •-

In a young city like Chicago a twenty-five year jubilee has a special value^
especially when it is celebrated by a club that is anxious for the welfare of
all its members. The •'Arbeiter-Unterstuetzungs - Vereins-Orden" (Order of
Workmen's Benevolent Society), usually called the A*U.V,0,, belongs to those
long-existing clubs that work their good deeds silently and do not show off
before the outside world. But last night a lively audience came together at
Brand's Hall, Clark and Erie Streets, to celebrate the Twenty- five Year
Jubilee of Club No. 1 of this order* As the order consists exclusively of
Germans, and the German language receives preference among ite members, it
was a true German festival that was celebrated by the brave because free and
independent of all other existing labor organizations, laborers, and their
families.

The Order counts at present 450 members and is subject to the administration
of a Grand Lodge. It pays weekly sickness benefits of $5.00 and a death
benefit of $200. and $50.00 for funeral expenses.

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GSRMJIIJ

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Die Fackel, June 15, 1884.

/The aurora turntorein/

The "Aurora Turnverein" is holding a Picnic combined with a Summernight^s
festival in Kuhn^s Garden, at the lerruinal of the I^ilwaukee Avenue
Street car line, and v^e can highly recommend its visit to the young
people of the Northwest side. A3 a rule, the amusements of the Aurora
Turnverein do not need any special recom^iendation; they are too well
known €ind, we dare say, appreciated.

Ihis time the main object of same is to assist the Turnfest in Peru,
which will shortly take place, euid see to its proving a great success
financially.

Cur readers will, no doubt, heed our hint.-

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/G^miAN L0DG33 HOLD A KiJTIVil^

Harugari! Tomorrow's Festival of twenty-three Lodges of the German Ord^r of
Hanagari, promises to "be very "beautiful. At 9 o'clock in the morning the Lodge*
will meet on Market "between Madison and Randolph Streets and draw up in tne
following order: 1st Division! Lieutenant Baus with six mounted policemen, the
Marshal Philipp Koehler with his assistants and all the officers of the Lodges.
2nd* Division; All Lodges of the North and Southside, with the exceotion of the
Schiller Lodge and all Lodges of the 3^^ Division: Schiller Lodge and all Lodges
of the West side and all Ex-Masters and Brothers in coaches. The procession
starts to move at half r)ast 10 o'clock, and proceed in the following manner
to the Festival place in Ogden Grove; On Randolph Street East to Clark, on
Clark north to Chicago Avenue, west to Larratee, North to North Avenue and
from there to the Grove. There the "brothers will "be welcomed "by the Marshal
and at k P.M. tne Ex. Grand Master Joseph Santa will deliver the Festival
address.

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GEH/iAN

Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitxin^, Feb. 29, 1884.

THE GRiilAT PRIZE LIAS^^UERADE

This affair, arranged by the Northside Lodges of the order of the '^Harugari,**
will take place Satiirday, March 1, 1884, in the Nordseite Turn-halle. As a
special attraction, a large stage performance by the dramatic club of the
Lassalle Lodge, called ^Prince camival^s Roundtrip about Chicago in 80
Minutes^ (containing 5 pictures and one tableau), will be perfonaed*
Everything is being done to offer the public an enjoyable evening.

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^^Jie cackel/^ :'eb. ::i4, 1834.

i^iiere v; s pleasure ana enjo^nent yesterday evening at i<'olz*s Hall such
as can seldon be v;itne.5oao.. The '*3ozialistische I.lanaersgor,** v;hich
hela its Lask-ball , mujt De t-:^iv'jn creait £02- the success, ivverythin^;
went smoothly,

ATTiUsin,'-^ v;ere the ...asK-jok s: ''The I.ixup in t:ie I.ill,** ^'The Barber of
Seville, '^ and zlie *';vni::;al .^uartet'\ when our re:xrter le.'t the lo(jalit\^
at a late hour ^he oleasure temperature o:' i-rince Carnival rose above
ICO degrees.

That he, uncer the- circunstances, v/a^l^ have preferrev^ to linger so.^ewhat
lon^^er at rolz's Hall, instead of returnirv; to i;th Avenue on such a cold
ni^ht, neeas no ru..'ther explanation.

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Chicagoer Arbeiter Zeitung, Feb. 21, 1884 ♦
[THE »*ALTENHEIM" BENEFIT BALL]

For the "Altenheim'* Ball, which v;ill be held in the Nordseite Tumhalle on
March 11th, a strong interest can be observed^ Krs» Buschik, No» 67 Goethe
Street; Mrs. Schiller, No. 167 W. Adams Street; and Mrs. Philippi, No. 276
S. State Street, the first lady for the Northside, the second for the West-
side and the third for the Southside, are in possession of the tickets for
the Ball, and all the ladies who desire to participate in the sale of the
tickets are requested to apply to the above-naned three members. The ball
will be followed by a concert and a free supper.

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Chicagoer Arbelter Zeitung, Fet. 18, 1384

CHORAL SOCIETY FESTIVAL

The Singing Circle will hold its annual Mask-ball this evening in the
Vorwarts-Turn-halle •

The program arranged for same contains a TalDleau with large shifting
scenes, a dance of the Bears and a picture: Gambrinus (God of Beer) in
the midst of his drinking companions with song, also "The Harper Bill"
ot "Who Gets the Milk"? and lastly: "A Modern Patient" or "The Doctor
in Trouhle."

It will "be as usual the "best of amusements.

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/tez F3au7:i^-vsr3In holds annual BAL17

The Frauen Verein of the German Society decided to hold the yearly ball
on March 11th instead of February 25th on the foundation celebration day
of the society.

In order to talk the arrangements over they will hold, at Uhlich' s Hall,
Wednesday the 20th, a special meeting combined with a coffee Kranschen and
invite all the members and their friends to attend.

During the month of November, December and January $214.68 were taken in,
the expenses for collecting and also postage amounted to $41.20. From the
profits the Altenhelm Fund received 20^c or $42.92. From the balance the
German Society received one third and $87.00 were given for charitable
purposes.

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Chicagoer ^Irbeiter Zeitung, Feb* 14, 1884.

Large Commune Festival

Chicago^ s Socialists

Saturday, Uaroh 15, 1884

at tne

Nordseite-Turnhalle

Arranged by the Chicago Groups of the "International Workers iissociation"

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Chlcagoer Arbeit er Zeltung. Jan. 31, 1884.

Pre-- Announc ement

Great

Corjnune-Fest ival

of the

Chicago Socialists
will take place

Satiarday, March 15, 1884

at the
Nordseite Tiimer Halle

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Die Fackel> Jan. 27, 1884»

/CLUB VORWAERTS CELEBRiTES/

Tiie Mardi-Gras of the Vorwarbs, the long expected Mask-festival, will take
place in the locality of the popular society tomorrow*

Hopes are high and, Judging from what our reporters learned, even the most
sanguine people will not be disappointed* It is understood that pleasant
feeling will prevail and that the promised procession and the living scenes
will no doubt be enjoyed by all those present.

The program is as follows:

1st Scene: Prince Carnival with his retinue on a carousal tour#
2nd Scene: Our Barth-and she is still moving.
3rd Scene: Deutschland, Deutschland, ueber allesS
4th Scene: France: Aliens Enfant s de la patric.

5th Scene: Russia: I played once with Scepter, witn crowns and stars;

now my Russian people enjoy throwing bombs.

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Die i?acicel, Jan. 27, 1884 •

6th Scene: England, God save the Queen and John Brown (reference

to public scandal-not the Brown of Merican history)

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II D 1 Illinois Staats-Zeituns> amp,. 30, 1881.

VAX

IV ABOUT THE S^VABIAN FESTIVAL

(Vox Populi)

To the iSditor of the Illinois Staats-Zeitun^;

In today* s edition of the Illinois Staats-Zeitunf^ appeared an article which %

gives the wrong impression of our association. To guard our reputation we con- ^T

sider it necessary to give a more detailed explanation to you and to the readers ^

of the Illinois Staats-Zeitung^ Indeed, we are fully aware of the sorrov/ affect- ^

ing the entire nation, and we have the greatest sympathy for the misfortune which 5
has befallen our leader, president Garfield v;as near the brink of death at the
time_J7^

It certainly proves that we have great respect for him when one considers that
the society voted 98 to 2 not to give any festival throughout the year if Garfield
should die, and that we are willing to defray our organization's expenses out of
our own pockets, approximately eighteen hundred dollars.

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IV Furthermore, we should like to ask whether we aroused more disapproval
than those other clubs which have held parades in the last eight v/eeks

at a time when the President was as near death as he is now. It should also

not be forgotten that the Schv/aben^erein was not prompted by greed when it held

its festival, although your article led people to believe that profit was the

motive for arranging the parade. V/e do not wish to be put in the same class r^

with certain other associations. All our income, whether derived of monthly 5

dues or realized as the surplus receipts of festival occasions, is used for ^

charitable purposes. :^

And if our American fellow citizens have taken offense, then v/e should like to o
mention the band wagons which v;ere in evidence at all hours last v;eek, advert is- '^

ing baseball clubs and so forth. S

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V/ith regard to the rabble which frequented the festival grounds and which, sup-
posedly, was no recommendation for our activities, we were not so much to blame
for it as the police, who were present in sufficient numbers. Instead of doing

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IV their duty by expellins^ the undesirable element, the minions of the law
insulted respectable guests and zealously watched Rinderer's lunch coun-
ters.

That the Germans did not object to the affair was shovm by the fact that most
of our better citizens came to the festival. .«e therefore feel especially grati-
fied. It may not be generally known that Iklr. Assmus, the genial author of the
Skizzebuechele ^ was also amon^s those present.

Respectfully,
Joseph Schlenker,
2230 V/entworth Avenue.

Editor's reply: V/e are fully convinced that the majority of the Germans share
our opinion and in no way feel elated about the Schv;abenverein's parade of last
Sunday, although it will generally be conceded that the society was in a predi-
cament, since the committee in charge relied upon the parade to help advertise

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VAX

IV the festival, and many inenbers had made extensive preparations for the
event and were anxious to display their splendid costumes while riding

proudly, thouc-h not necessarily gracefully, on horseback. But this did not
change the situation; a picturesque parade last Sunday was bound to invite
criticism. The President's condition had never appeared so serious as it did
last week. Chicago actually was in mourning, and the reports of last Sunday ^
mornim:, thour,h better than expected, were hardly sufficiently optimistic to ^
warrant the sudden exhibition of a festival spirit or the organization of a p
picnic, and activities of that kind were bound to be regarded as shelving lack ^
of proper feeling. Other clubs which had arranged Sunday'' parades v/ere undoubt- r:o
edly frowned upon, and the omission of such activities could only have benefited "~
the Germans as far as the English- speaking- contin^^^ent was concerned; but the ^
parades of these other clubs did not follow immediately upon a day when our
national leader hovered between life and death, whereas the Schwabenverein did
hold its festivities at such a time.

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VAX Illinois StaatG-Zeitung, Aug* 27, 1881*

tus fourth ccknstatt kstival

In spite of the great sorrow felt by the nation at the critical condition
of President Garfield, the Schwabenverein gave its festival yesterday and
held a parade* Thou^ the latter was not much of an affair, it provided an
opportunity for Americans to comment on the callousness of the German beer
guzzlers. The affair certainly was not favorably received* The Schwaben-
verein ^^^wabian Societj^ would have done b;:itter if it had adopted the policy
which the picnic committee of the Song Festival pursued under similar circum-
stances and had refrained from holding a parade. Sunday parades, a German
custom, are not looked upon with much favor by Americans, and if such
diversions are indulged in at a time v/hen the entire nation is kept in
suspense because of the President's approaching death, than the procedure
can only be regarded as a display of absolute indifference. In the minds
of Americans, even the most liberal, yesterday's Swabian parade increased
the prejudice against German Sunday celebrations.

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However, tha festival at Ogden's Grove was well attended. The attendants,
in the main, were respectable, but the rabble was not lacking, and as the
crowded street cars left the park in the evening, there were many persons
aboard of whom the Swabians surely could not be proud. But the society
made money, and that, apparently, was the principal thing.

Joseph Schoeninger, president of the society, delivered the address of
welcome, and C. F. Gaus, formerly a preacher and now an employee of the
United States Revenue Department in Chicago, spoke on the importance of the
Swabians in the world's history in general and on their influence on
America in particular in dancing, music, parades, etc»

A pillar made of fruit Jji harvest festival custo^ was greatly admired. The
festival will be continued today if it does not rain. It v/ill provide di-
versified amusement for all who like lively festivities*

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miil OLD Si5TTL3R3» PIGimIC

Chicago's festival will be held next week. It originated seven years a^,o.
Unfortunately Ogden's Grove had to be used for the occasion, since Chicago
has no suitable lar^^e place, regardless of the city's millionaires. Tlie
place is sorely ne^^lected by the present lessee and is dirty. But the com-
mittee on arran.f-ements appointed by the Chica.jo Turn:-:eineinde /Gymnastic Asso-
ciation/ will do all in its DOv/er to make it fairlv Toresentable. ^

Vihat the Old Jettlers' Festival means to our residents neei hardly be mentioned, -o
since it recalls the oast to tho.ie v;ho spent their childhood days here, reminds o
them of their efforts and privations in foririer years, and helps also to convey oo
an idea of the rapid ^rov/th of the community to those people who know Chicago §
only as a large city. 'The fest-ival arra^igernents are destined to interest young
and old, and special emrihasis is placed on the old settlers, v:hose courage and
diligence are the basis of Chicago's present greatness.

JU*'

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Illinois StaatS" .^eitung, .xur* 15, 18 ^'U«

The Festival Prc^rairi

The committee on arrangements of the Chica.^p Jurngemeinde ?;ill leave the North
Side Turner liall at 1 P.M. and go to Ogden's Grove. At the festival grounds
every old settler, man or vjoman, will be asked to sign his or her name on the
record and Vw'ill receive a silk ribbon shov;ing the year of arrival in Cliicaeo,
3mil Koechster v;ill recite a noeri bv Smil Dietzsch vjhich v/as especially vjritten
for the festival.

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In coinmemoration of the day gold medals vvill be awarded to the following persons:

1) The German mother who had the most sons in the Union Army;

2) The brewer who has longest been active in tie brewery business in Chicago;

3) The German foreman of a Chicrigo factory who lias held his job longest;

4) The typesetter who has been longest employe:! (sickness excepted) in Chicago
print shops;

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5) Tlie vjonian whose r.err.bership admission to a Chica^^o Turnverein /Gymnastic Club7
bears the oldest date; and

6) The Ger.Tian mid;;ife who has practiced longest in Chicago,

A vote is to be taken to decide v/hich wonan has done :iost for the Chica^o-o
Deutsche Gesellschaft. Votin-; will be by ballot, each ballot costinr- twenty-
five cents, and the r^rcceods will of course r,o to the Deutsche Gesellschaft.
The winner will receive a suit-ble em len.

Popular ga-es, sin{-in,^, music, and dancin,- will uroviJe entertainment, and the
committee has srared no effort to make the festival fully as attractive as those
of fom;er years. In the evenin.^. brillimt illumination will be provided, con-
sisting of calcium li^rht, Chinese lanterns, and Benp.al fire. /Translator's note:
A bright, steady, intense, bluish light, formerly used for stage illurr.ination
abroad/.

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II B 1 a Illinois Jtacats-^eitung, July 19, 1881,

THE 3CNG FESTIVAL
Seventy-five-per-cent Di /idend Declared

The board of control of the Song "estival was in session yesterday. Mr, Amberg
was chairman, .\fter the board had passed on bills presented by the finance com-
mittee and had granted the increase of $1,380 sought by the committee on music, g
Mr. Ileinemann, financial secretary, submitted the follovjing general account of
receipts and expenditures:

Receipts

Debentures $62 , 500 .00

Concerts $39,569.50

Picnic 8,198.00

Donations and membership cards 5,545.00

Returned by various committees 1,019.70 54 > 332, 30

116,832.20

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Finance committee
Music ^
Hall ^
Decorations ^
Press ^
Housing ^
Picnic ^
Railroad ^
Reception ^
Miscellaneous

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Illinois Staats-Zeitung;. July 19, 1B81.
Expenditures (based on grants)

Grant

;j5,ooo.oo

24,380.94

9,500.00

5,000.00

5,300.00
14,000.00

2,000.00
200.00

1,600.00

1>000.00
68,980.96 /si£7'

GERMAN

Expenditures
$5,791.57

28,380.94
10,402.37

4,608.73

4,962.08
12,900.75

3,231.06
177.00

1,683.97

1>077.74
69,216.21 /sicT

/translator's note: According to the figures given the
$68,980.94, and the expenditures $73,216.21, but ,^4,000
you treat a crowd to beer.T

grants should be

does not mean much when

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The accounting therefore shov/s the following:

Income $116,832.20

lixpenses 69^216.21

Surplus 47,615.99

This latter sum subtracted from ^62,500 gives a deficit in the guarantee fund
of :i^l4, 884.01.

After receiving the report the board of control decided to declare immediately
a dividend of seventy-five ner cent, amounting to $46,875. Accordingly ^he
result i^:

Surplus :^47,6lD.99

Dividend' 46,875^00

Cash remaining in treasury ^p 740.99

This sum v/ill undoubtedly suffice to pay all bills still outstanding, court costs,

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exhibition costs, etc. If a balance rerriains, it will be disposed of later.

Upon Mr. Rubens* motion it was decided to pay the dividend forthwith to all
claimants and to obtain receipts therefor.

Mr. Rubens made a motion that Mr. Vocke should defend the Song Festival Associa-
tion in the suit brought by the First National Bank of Illinois, which is trying
to garnishee the dividend of Lawrence and Martin, but the assembly decided that
Mr. Rubens should attend to the matter.

The meeting then v/as adjourned to next Monday. «

Messrs. H. H. Christmann, Christoph, and Madlener were appointed members of §
the revision committee and were requested to collaborate with a section of the
finance committee to close the accounts.

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II B 1 a IlliT\ois Staats-Zeitunp,. July 14, 1881.

THJ] SONG 5r;STr/i\L

The coiiinittees of the song festival have co:.;e sciiievmat nearer to v/ind- "
ine up their still unfinished business. It was to be expected. The ^
press committee has held its last session, oince there v;as a dis- C

crepancy beti^/een the figures of tlie conmittee and the books of the 3

financial secretary, amoiuitinr to ^10. V3, the chair:::an v;as requested 2
to compare the iteius. ..:ax j»terji, treasurer of the coiri'iittee, submitted ^
his final re2)ort, according to which ue still had ,^8.45. He was ad- 'i^
vised to rave this sura to the treasurer. .In ref^.ard to the sale of oro- "^
gratis, 7,994 boohs were sold, amounting to vl,598.L4. The chairman^
thanked the members of the coini..ittee for their activities and support

and at the suggestion of ..essrs. n .ieb and i.iax otern the comi/iittee

gave a rising vote of thanr^ to [jr. ..annliart, the chairman, for his im-
partiality and his fulfillment of las obligations, and to I/illiam i..
Schmidt, the conscientious secretaiy. The ccramittee was then dissolved^

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Tlie finance coiainittee neia a long session. It settl'^d tiie bills of the

lunch-counter owners at t..e picnic oy allovaiif', theiii a ten-per-cent rebate a

of the rental v/hich they had paio. and increased by ^^1,300 the fund al- ^^

located to the music coLnaittee. xhe latter was done to increase lx. ^

Balatka's share, who had asked only ^^,000 to conduct the orchestra at ^

a time v;hen no one knew v;hat dimensions ti-O festival would assu:ne. Through "T3

this action he will receive v4,000 instead, little enough when one con- 2

siders that orchestra leaders for similar services have received .^7,000 >^

and even $10,000. ^

Various bills were ordered paid, and a comrcittee was appointed, consisting
of Llessrs. il. 11. Buehler, iieinej.iann, and Voc.<e, to collaborate with a
similar committee of the board of control, of which lar. Amberg was the
chairman, for tne purpose of settling bills still outstanding and making
the final report.

llr. SchneiOer thanked the comiiiittee for the support given to him and

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Illinois otaats-^eitun/-:-, July 14, 1881.

expressed the opinion that if Ghicapp's G-eri.ans v/ere confronted in the
future V7ith a similar problein of equal nagnitude, then tne sarie finan-
cial plan should undoubtedly be adopted, since it had proved very ef-
ficacious.

Upon r.Ir. Vocke's motion (supported b^' a lengthy speech bj'" .^r. .^niber^:,
in which he reiiarried that he felt proud of naviii{:^ been so fortunate in
the choice of his coij:.ittee j.'ienbers), thanii^s were expressed to Ghair-
nan Schneider, xidolph ochoenin^^er, vice-president; and tlie two secre-
taries, x..essrs. H. I., i^'uersoenber^ and ileinenann, whereupon the
chairman asked for an adjouriiraent.

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',"*LJ'^:^'''?

The final acccuntinr- of the sonr fe^tivril will \robably take more tirrie tiian expect-
ed, and the :::atter v.ill :.robably not, oe ciooed before next v;eek, even if the finance
corornittee holds its final session tnio aftcjrnocn. Thin is doubtful, thou/^^h, since
the last reixortr. cf t,:ie board v. -re not oubraitted tr. the comptroller.-', and no bills
v/ere f")i-osented for acce-.t^'nce, which causea ce '^entloraen in ehar 'C of financial
affairs to diourn their :7:e:tl::i^' until next -eek, ond tX thet time a meotinp* v;ill
also be held of tiio subscr bors to t:.x. f ^.^:tivc,:i , ar.c- d'vioends will be declared.

Yesterday afternoon three f t^-e lunch-counter o-.;ners of tue picnic called en the
comntrollers and asrced for tneir tv;entv-five ^er cent comiiission, but since the
recuest involved nion^ry, and no written stot.or.ent v;ai3 ;rescni:ed, the .o-entlerrion v:ere
referred to t^ie finarice ccnurdttee.

The nusic cor^nittee clc'-ed its books, ?trj' its oxnend:^. t-res v;ere abru
the i'und allocated t^^ it.

400 less than

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C^P-^^AT"^

The corjTiittee on decoration.^ tried yesterday fcrencon to auction off the
pictures at the Fx-^osition Puil':Unr-, Only one offer v:?3s received, f'-SO for twelve
paintings, and so the committee decided to postpone the sale.

VJe wish to remind £'?ain all iritorested T'ersons that thi last session of the finance
committee will be held this afternoon at three o'clock, 3nd ell ^residents and
secretaries of the various festival corjiitt^es ere cordially invited to attend, to
submit their reports, and to countersirn all belated bills v/hich may yet be received,
so that final presentation can be :..nde to the fesuival committee v:ithin the scheduled
time.

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II B 1 a Illinois Staats-Zeitung, July 6, 1881.

THE SONG FESTIVAL
Loss Incurred

The Song Festival is now over, ... .Chicago is a busy city, and memories of
the great Festival therefore fade quickly; traces of it are almost oblit-
erated. The decorations on Clark Street have been removed, and no one
expressed particular regret about it; by this evening Chicago^s festive
appearance will be gone, every vestige of it

But although the festival is now a thing of the past, the committee is still
hard at work, tussling with the disagreeable job of accounting, since a loss
of some $25,000 or $30,000 was incurred. The various subcommittees have been
requested to present their bills, so that the accounts may be closed by Fri-
day. Not until then will it be possible to give an accurate estimate. The
total receipts of the festival were approximately |47,000, and the deficit
depends, of course, on the expenditures, which have not yet been computed.

Bills involving music have already been paid. The orchestra received $8,400,

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Mme. Peschka-Leutner $5,000, Miss Gary $1,200, Mme. Donaldi $200, Mr* Whitney
$1,100, llT. Gandidus, $1,000, and Mr, Reinmertz $600; /the total svim paid to7
all the other soloists, including those who participated in the rehearsals,
was $1,200; total, $18,700. The other expenditures have not yet been com-
puted, but the committee hopes that the original fund of $25,000 will not be
exceeded. The committee will hold a session tomorrow afternoon at five
0* clocks The press committee will meet today at four. The chairmen of the o
subcommittees have been requested to present all their bills.

rv5

As might have been expected, some people are dissatisfied with the results. ^
It cannot be denied that certain phases /of the Festiva^y might have been
arranged and managed differently, that it would have been advantageous if
a different policy had been pursued, and that the Festival's purpose was
not realized because of wrong conceptions; also, in various instances, money
was spent needlessly, since some expenditures were not essential to achieve
success. However, it is only fair to postpone criticism until the Festival
committee submits its final report... . .translator's note: Various letters

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of appreciation are published: sinung societies express thanks to hotel
proprietors for their courtesies; clubs thank other clubs for invitations
to banquets; Vx. Candidus, tenor, is p-rateful for the plaudits of the multitude
and hopes to see Chicago again; Miss Gary departs to see friends in the north-
west; the Sozialer Llaennerchor of 3t. Louis in a letter to the editor thanks
the management of the Commercial Hotel, the reception committee, the committee ^f
on location, and others who contrived to do something for the club's comfort, —

etc,7 ^'

Professor David 3win.g in a lengthy editorial, published in his ecclesiastical
weekly, speaks about the influence of the German element on music in .imerica.
He says:

''Except for Germany we should have no musical AmericansI"

Regarding the Song Festival, which he calls a "Music Festival," he alludes
to it as *'the manifestation of the musical spirit of the nation".

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Dr. Gersoni also has written a long article for the Jewish Advance, in which
he lays stress on the good influence of German sociability, which forms the
basis of all song festivals.

Since vie did not have sufficient space at the time of going to press, we
were unable to print full details of the banquet given by the Sehnef elder

Liederkranz. No less than fifteen out-of-town clubs were present

Rosenbecker' s band played The guests did not leave until morning.

Through an oversight v/e did not mention the presence of the Orpheus Chorus
at the picnic after the festival.

The picnic committee desires to express its appreciation and gratitude to
Mr. L. Thieben, 76 State Street, who lent a thousand beer and wine glasses
for the occasion ^ast Sundajj7»

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GERIAAN

iOLL'S "IXL THAT ENDS I'ELL
The Sincers* Picnic, a Real German Festival

The Singers* Festival is overj Most of the participants are homeward bound,

and the few stragglers are making preparations to leave. As a fitting

finale to the Festival a picnic was held at 'Vritiht's Grove, and at least

25,000 people were present. There v.ere no disturbances of any kind; every- :^

thing progressed smoothly, and the weather was very favorable Songs, 5

flags, and club emblems all helped to enliven the asseablar^e /Trans- '-

lator's note: Descriptive matter omitted; titles of songs not mentioned in r^'
the original text. 7

About five o'clock the Germania Chorus, joined by hundreds of guests, marched
toward the band stand. Harry Rubens then announced that Mayor Harrison could ^j
not appear because he did not feel well. Smiles appeared everywhere — after
all, had not the "best Mayor Chicago ever had" made an awful blunder a fevj

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days ago, v.hen he cracked jokes about other cities while visitors from them
were present at the banquet? /aid so Harrison could not deliver his speech
in this instance as he had promised. Lj:. Rubens introduced Smil Hoechster
as the principal speaker, v^-'hereupon the latter mounted the platform and
spoke about as follows:

'^Ladies and gentlemeni I have rrovm accustomed to speaking whenever some
other speaker fails to keep his v;romise. But I am too much of a German to
complain about it. After all, we are here in the interest of German art and
German traditions, and l am always ready to do anything to promote the cause,
to protect our traditions against American arrOi^ance, and to defend art
against the intrusion of bunglers.

"The Song Festival a few days ago was typically Gerbian in character despite i3
all efforts to Americanize it, and i hope that Buffalo will keep its promise ^
and renounce all attempts to make tae ne^tt song festival an American affair.
1 Applause. )

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**Our Festival exceeded our expectations in so far as the musical aspect was
concerned, but we all felt that not enoUe::h emphasis was placed on German
songs.

"Only one discordant note interrupted our Festival and threatened to term-
inate it abruptly, the news from Washington that an assassin had attacked
our beloved President, Jaiaes A. Garfield, who now hovers on the brink of
death. However, the latest news shows that he is improving- ana revives
our hope that he will live,

"This, then, ladies and gentlemen, gives us .^^.rec.ter reason than ever to
celebrate this festival. Let our joy be unbounded, and let us show the
Americans that we can enjoy festivals without degrading ourselves.

"Let us give three rousing cheers for our beloved President and hope for
his speedy recovery I"

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The croiid shouted boisterously, and the picnic continued in conformity v.'ith
the speaker's suggestion*

Order prevailed everywhere, ana the police, coraiianded by l^ajor Heinzmann and
Lieutenant Baus had only one job to perform; they were kept busy catching
the youngsters, who climbed over the fences tc filch a little grub here and
there, and /^he officers had/ to put them outside the enclosure again. ^

The committee on arrangements had selected dancing sites in the places which :-_
were least shaded by the trees , and as a result of the warm weather only a
few couples danced, despite the hit;hly inviting tunes played by the band,
rith the approach of cooler temperature in the evening dancing was generally
indulged in, and fully as many couples danced on the rough sod as on the
platforms.

During the evening thousands of lights illiuninated the place; calcium lights,
ascending balloons, apparently aglow, and rockets lent to the affair a most

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fantastic aspect.

Amon^ the guests was Ivlrs. Peschka-Leutner, vjho rested on the lavjn, since
there vwas a dearth of chairs.

The followinc clubs were represented at the picnic:

From Out of Tov.n

Buffalo; Liedertafel; Turner I^ennerchor, Cincinnati; Sozialer Maennerchor,
St. Louis; Nord St. Louis Bundeschor, St. Louis; Cleveland Gesant!:verein;
GeriTiania Maennerchor, Cincinnati; Beethoven Liedeikranz, RichiJiond, Indiana;
Liederlcranz, Columbus, Ohio; Orpheus, St. Louis; Sozialer Maennerchor,
Louisville; Buffalo Saengerbund.

Chicago Clubs
Nord Chicago ^Jaennerchor , Gerr.ania Maennerchor, Schiller Liedertafel, Freier

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Saengerbiind , Sennef elder Liederkranz , Druiden Maennerchor, Liederkranz Eintracht ,
Gesangverein Frohsixin, Concordia Gesangverein, Teutonia liiaennerchor , Chicago
Tumgemeinde, Schwabenvereln.

Side Lights

j/^anslator^s note: Description of the departure of the various clubs,

In substantially this manner: •♦They regretted to leave J •• All together one
half column of it, all omitted^ The reporter for the Cincinnati Volksblatt
complained that the singers from his city did not receive a proper reception.
He is mistaken, or let us say misinformed. The committee members appeared
on horseback and afoot and even had a corps of musicians to welcome the
Germania Maennerchor of Cincinnati, but the Chicago band did not play because
the Cincinnati singers had a band of their own.....

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iTi:^..APG3TL:::;3 Cr apollo ^

The Third Day oi* trie i^'estival ^

The third day Ox" tae ^:reat sang j'estival is nov^ c.lso a thing of the :)ast :ac

ana presents another pa,'*^e in the ^'lorious history of the Ger .lun-Araerican

sin^'^ia^"' societies. .j»_^. ./Translator's note: i^ poetic dissertatiua on the ^

weather is oiaitted./

Because of the cool te.Mpeiature even the afternoon concert enjoyed excel-
lent attendance, v.hile the evenin^^ perfor:a:-nce was crovwded again; there
were aL/iost no \acant seats. The hopes of the Festival cox-iiaittee were
more than realized, anu the belief of the cori-nittee nerabers that it v.ould
be aifficult "Co arouse enthusiasra araon,':: the masses proved erroneous.

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The Gonoerts — oeccrid laatinee

3chui:iann's Second Sy-iphony, opus ul, v;as ciiosen I'or the openinr. nuiaber,
. . . ./rrcinslator's note: Descriptive text oaittedj/J It v.as the only orches-
tral number, that is, the only nuidber pl?iyed by the orchestra exclusively.
The choral nuaibers v^ere ...oehring's ''Vorbei,'* sung by tne Golu.nbus a..ale
Chorus, and '^Fruenlincsnahen, '' by Ijreutzer, ounn by tr.e .hilauelphia '^oung

i\.en^G Chorus ' e vervet to sa./ thi-.t both renditions i.ere very uniiiipressive. g

The Cola/ribus L.ale Churus , 'v.nich haa excellent singers at its co^i^aand, . . . • cr

shov^ed a la::;entable lacr: oT cunficence, i.iio orily the iriperturbability of
their cuadactcr, Gc^rl Jcno, pelrei , saved the.-. Trc-i coiiiplete failure. e
expected i.iuch of the ^'oun.'-: ...en's Ghurus. ihe writer still re.ae.abers Liszt's
"Gang urn Liitternacnt'^ v;:iic:i tais Chorus sen:: at the :jalti:::ore Zoiir j'estival
--";.hat a contract ':ez\!^ei. that Masterly rendition and ti;e presentation of
.j?eutzer's effective suae, v.ich u..s .;;iven in an aLviost ...ediocre iriaimeri
Pitch, precision, and e:\pressicxi v.ere all laccin.:, not to i.ieiition tlie rou:-'h-
ness of the voices. /7r:.Jislator* s note: Too ::iucn beer; see July 1 euition./

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The ;.J.iv.aur:ee _.-tL;icc:l Olub v^as ...uch better. U:id^^:.- laenia^^s l^iauero'iip the
associaticxi V.-..S sure oC itoelJ; t^iev s?jng "I^£ieclchen \cn Jo: ens," by ^chrader,
and their re.. ration ali:.o hac ezcressxun.

Ihe nich iirht cT the concert v.ai; undoLxbtecly the solo oy ^ijina Louise Clary,
an aria rro.A "Je^.iele," v;nich tne artist san," ^o ap.:ealinriy that the audi-
e^xCe aeiiianded Liore. ,..rs. ^esci.rca ^eatnei- sanr tae "holero ' fron Verai^s
'V-vicilian ^'e^.-crs ^ Thtr- absolute pei'Tection of her rendition evoked
stor..iy aaplausr^, \.ith siiouto anc. de..iands for an e^icore; ^o she repeated
the trills ane sLacca-c^^' passa^;es -^i the bravura aria.

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iVir. '"hitney, as usual, nade a profounc iiripression. lie sanr "In Diesen
Heili£:en fiallen".

Eduard Schultze, our Ghica,:o tenor, sang the 'V.ve Iviaria" from "Stradella".
rie 'i-as slir'htly hoarse at lirst but continued unoiSiiiayud and ^;ave a very
presentable rendition, receivin?; ^-enerous appl::.use.

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this last v:as sun^: by ^.j?. Rei.uuertz. It was a pleiioiac corxposition but too
light in structure i*or a pov.eri'ul gran:-: chorus, althou{:;h the v.orK Vvas in-
tended for c^ iiiass of singers anc. had OKien written by the coiriposer for the
song festival of 1670 and dedicated to it. The rythi.iic appeal was entirely
obliternted in yesterday's present:iticn, but the final .aoveiuent v^/as r:iven in
a splendid i:ianner and erected £reat enthusiasm, i.J.\ Eeiiinertz oanr v-ith much
expression, and the Gernani^i /Choru57 ueserves prai;

se.

In choosin.; the "Tempelv;eihe" the conductor v;as rriore fortunate, ano his ar-
range..ient of the orchestral accOiTip-nniiaent v.as excellent. Hie chorus provided
an unostentatious back£:rounc for the fervent prayer of ^'Saloiiion" [x^lr.
Heroinertz) and v.as indescrioably effective anc inspiring;; there v.as magnifi-
cent tea.TiV.crif: of soloist and choral neiabers.

Braun's ''l..utterseelenallein'' was not ouitable for a large chorus and from
the technical point of viev. proves the weaicest of these numbers.

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Apollo Club's achievement a-.id the Cleveland Singing: Society's offering at

the first afternoon concert v.ill probably be remembered as the most dis- ^

tine:uishec presentatio ;3 of choral singin^^ in the entire Festival. ^

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Ivlrae. Peschka-Leutner had elected to sin^^ the weil-kno^vn ''Variations'' by
Proch. She sang theiri viith a perfection masterly beyond description* This
number was the climax at the great Boston Song Festival, and she has lost
none of her vocal gifts since that tiiae, !Llme, Peschka-Leutner undoubtedly S
is pre-eminent in all coloratura soprano parts. To Vj:. Candidus tv.o solo
numbers were assigned, an aria from "Euryanthe" and "'Aalther's Preislied"
from the ''Meistersinger" by Richard iVagner. Ke sang both numbers splendidly,
but his voice is not particularly well adapted to the last-named selection,
since he t^pparently lacks the essential ardor. ^Jr. ^hitney sang his often-
heard favorite selection, Mendelssohn's "I An a Koamer," ia his accustomed
manner, although at times he deviated fro.i the true pitch.

Mme. Donaldi's aria from "Favorita" by Donizetti confirms our opinion that

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the lady can make no claims to bein/-: the greatest iuaerican soprano > as ^

announced on her lithographs. She received a large lyre made of flowers ^

liist evening, a present from an anonyraous adrairer. ^ ^^

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Today's Concerts ^^

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The following nembers appear on today's prograia, the last day of the festival. ^

Afternoon Concert

Adolph Rosenbecker, Director

1. Overture from "Robespierre" Littolf

2. Chorus, "Normannenzug" • • • Moehring

Gernania Male Chorus, Cincinnati, 7.'. Eckert, Conductor

5. "Deities or Hades" from "Alceste" Berlioz

Miss Annie Louise Cary
4. "Preludes," Symphonic Poem Liszt

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5. Aria from "Don Juan** Mercadante

YJ. Candidas

6. Aria from the "Creation" Haydn

M. v:. Wliitney

7. Song » • • • Bach-Rosenbecker

8. a) "Brudefaerden" KJerulf

bj "Hoer Oess, Sveal" Werneberg

Freja Chorus of Chicago, Mr. Moe, Conductor

9. "Pace, 0 Mio Dio" from "Forza Del Destino" Verdi

Mme. Donaldi

10. March from "Die Afrikanerin" Meyerbeer

Eveninei Concert
Hans Balatka, Conductor
1. "Festmarsch," Opus 6 . . . Lassen

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2. Trio, ^Tremate" Beethoven

Mme. Peschka-Leutner, Messrs. Candidus and Eemmertz

3. introduction and Third Scene from "Lohengrin" K. V/agner

All the Soloists

Second Part

"Ninth Symphony," Opus 125 Beethoven

Soloists: Mme. Peschka-Leutner, soprano; Miss Annie Louise c?^

Gary, alto, Mr. 7/. Candidus, tenor, Mr. Eeinmertz, baritone,
and Festival Chorus of the North American Singers Alliance

The Orpheus Banquet

It has been customary at many of the banquets given at sung festivals in the
past to imbibe freely, to the exclusion of everything else. I said "imbibe"
because i did not care to use a stronger expression; and from time to time a

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toast was given, or some one treated the boys with a son(j, and finally, as

Mayor Harrison remarked so tactfully yesterday, -«

"When absolutely full, the fellows wobbled to their quarters." \1

Today, however, the music ana song festivals have reached such a staL;e of ^
perfection that efforts are even made to improve the banquets, which origin- ^■
ally were re^^arded as a recess for the singers. Novj we have come to the point c
where these rest periods are being regiirded as entertainraents with long- ^
winded orators and overgenerous singers doing their utmost to bore their

listeners, and incidentally it tires the performers The banquet started

at 11 P.M., and the participants hardly had time to drink a glass of beer,
since the gavel of the chairman constantly reminded them that they were ex-
pected to provide entertaimaent , regardless of the prolonged singing at the
Exposition Building only a few hours before. That these remarks are not
exaggerated will readily be admitted by all who were present at the Orpheus
banquet .

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Hermann Pomy, president of the Orpheus Chorus and master of ceremonies on
this occasion, v.elcomed the assembly in the tastefully decorated banquet
hall in the north part or the Exposition Buildintj. The Chicago Orchestra '^
playea a selection, and at its conclusion the musicians played a flourish, ^
while the members of the assojiation gave a cheer to the guests. Then the ^
sumptuous repast was served, an. then came the inevitable Carter H. Harrison, g
Chicago's Mayor, with hio standard panegyric of the Germans and his stale i^
jokes about Cincinnati and St. Louis, while guests from those cities were ^
amoui^ us. The Orpheus Chorus san^ Tie \'ier Zecher** (The Four Topers). *^
Next came another speech, this time by Franz Amberg, president o:' the North
American Singers' Alliance, v. ho gave a brief account of the twenty-second
Song Festival and showed what great efforts v.ere required /to prejjare for
l_t7, and how the people of Chicago hL.u collaborated /y^ith the coiamittee/,
proving that the Festival Wc;S not merely a matter of diversion but repre-
sented the unification or the German elements throughout the land to uphold
German traditions ano German song. This speech formed a ^reat contrast to the
Mayor's ostensibly humorous address and was received with great acclaim by the

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singers from out of town. Ihen followed a toast to the Alliance. .. .more
songs... .and a xylophone solo by mi*. Y'agner with orchestra accoiapaniiaent ,
which had to be repeated upon insistence ^ext oamej a speech in Eng-
lish by Louis Wahl, who r if erred to the Festival as a cosmopolitan event,
in order to efface the i^ayor's blunder. .. .and after many more songs the
banquet came to an end.

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The L-^st of the Turnfest. V- "'^' /

Thp "Tribune" o:^ St. Louis, pays this triljute to our Turri-Societ2^ Torwp.rts: The
"Turn Society Vor\^v:rts of Chircgo,'* not only throuf/u tnpir excellent r.Tjnppra.nce, but
owing to the fc-:.ct, txi^t t:ie turners won tne tnree first ?nd b nurnber of other arizes,
demonstrcvted , thr-t tnis Society classifies, cjnon.r tne first of it's rank. The nerrbers
of tnat Society, who tnrou^rh tneir joviolity made many friends, arr^^nged yesterday
afternoon, as a fin.^le to the festivities, r sight-seeing trit) throurh the city,

■ Mr. Tfasserinr^nn of Chic- ^^-o ano Mr. Leo Scheben o"^ tnis city, conc^ucted tne trir).
The first to visit, was tne Lied^^rkranz Hr-lle f^nd ^':rrcen, vviiich v/as greatly ?^dmired:
from th^re the lorocession went to Antxiony ano Kuhn's ^arrien, nnd then to the
Anheuser-Buscn Brev/ery, where a gr'^r.t reception .iwaiterl trier*.

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TH3 ('O^^iUT-^ CEL^CBRATICN,

The postp neinont of this celccr'^tion, which has V.een scheduled for
lr.-st Saturday eveninp;, ■ nd the departure of the G-ernan delegates
Frit-;3ch3 and Viereck, ^-^ve vise to douht, as t^ the success of
tlie cele'br:"vtion;hut i^e can state v;ith great satisfaction, that our
fears .v^r'^ ^roandlcss. Endless groups of people, filled the North
si'Ie ?:irnLalle, partly to celebr-te the memory of the fr^llen fighters
for freedom, and partly to shnw their determination to continue this
fight, for the h^jjnau race» The entertain.uent co:arienced, wit:! the
playing of the festive march"La Connrane," by the Crerm.ania Orchestra,
under the leadership of the excellent musician Mr. !.:eirxi:en« The next
nuraher on the program was a play lilted hy everybody: "Ing Vorzimner
Seiner "Zxcellenz^'C l'\ -'i:^- Ante-room of his Excnllency). Next vras
the sng nanber,"'^acht auf, ihr vollcer all" ( Awake, you nations) by
t'":e Liederfafel VorT7arts« G-reat enthusiasm to^k place in the
aj.dic-'i.-^e, at the sV.owing of a shadow picture, entitled. "An
r^l--:'.:i cattle'' or, the election cheating o' the 14th vr^rd.

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An exnui^lte painMn~, fifteen feet lii^h, by tbe well knovvn arti-:'.t
Joseph Sabler, was presented by him, to the Societv, lurin-; tl>? coiiUirane
oelebr ttion, representing tlie '*5oddes> of Freedom, who conquered
monopoly( the dr'^gon in tVie paintin^) with her foot on his neck, unfolding
the fla.: of huna.nlty.

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The serir.js-v/ork for the nr-::t grc-.; t 3in^:e.r's : nd i.:i;£ucii'ns F*^stiv.d stc^rts nov'^.
^he clc iir.s which ::,re r..'df< foi^ t:-e ^^re^t Sin/t^-r* s "^estiv-jl, ^feir-rc'rlly, r-n^"' esnecir.lly
for the Cliicr-^'O ore, rre such thr-t only "by. coooer-:-tior of the "best forces can a
s:'.ti:3:fr.ctory result "be .'xinecl. 7or tr.ls r-nnson v;e invite -^,11 singers r-nd son^^s-
trf^sses 0"^ Chi^rc^o to join v.it;-orct 'el'^^y, the n^Tvly formed Chica^ro ?e£'ti'7;^l Choras,
vraich v;ill .lol^. reherrs^^ls erj^-ry Prir^.y evening; st f o'c7-Ock in the Liethocist
ChTirch, corner 3. Clf-^r^: pnd ^.'r snirii^ton Str-'-et. T^e div^--'"^l^-i''s of the comoositicns
to ^e enrcted m^Vce a lonjrer period of r'-hec^srl
iciDc.nts v.i"'.! "be closed the enci of Jsmir. ry.

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tne Chords, A'o::)lic-tions c.^n Id© mace orily from 9 to 12 A. M. ^:\)^. ? to 5 P»^'«
in the office of F. Bclatk?, h?-:inc' g^r, 110 RandolT)h Street, Room 5»

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Chicr,^of;r Aropjtfir Zeiton,^, Decernb^^r 11, l^^O. ' \

TH]:: SirGlHtS FESTI7AL -; -^ i

The Finanniol Corjnittee of t:"^.e Sin'-pr' s fes^tivpl h-'^-lc' 9. rell ^tter^ed neetinr in
the Clu"b roon of ITo. 9 Qui nry Strr-et, l^^st ni.ht. Vv. Aool-nh Schoeninrer o^pnpd
sr^jne riV.d dec"'.rTCo th^^t tr.e rmmeroiiB rtt' no^nce ^rov'-s tnrt the G-^rriq-ns ^^ti"^! hol^
tO{^pth9.T for tneir Nrrtionrl festivals. It i? :"bont 9 yer^r? since the ^e*^ce
festiv.-d hrs "been celcbr- t-rl in Crier ro rnd np t/ irf's th^t the int^^^^oed sin<^ers
fertivrl v'ill b^ r f-oor" or)r)ortunity to ^v- onstrr te Crernnn' s j^'lor^;".

All G-ermrns in Chic-ro sno Ir' coor)^r.^te to ^-"-'e this festivl r very distin.faiip.hed
one rnd y^ortr^y o"^ the old coiintry. Secr^trry A-^ . ?uersten"beriP exolrined tae
finc-^mci^l •nl^:n, ^■•hi'^h \v d been ^re>"red "or the intended '"estivrl nn^er conrd^er-
rtion of forrer siniil^r f^^stivls held in St. Lotiis, ^'incinnrti, Cle^/elrnr^ , etc.
Tx^e conin^!^ C;iic--^ro f '-^sti^^-^-l J^h'^-'^ld be ciiite eqnal t'^ "'■ e ones held rjrevion.sl:''' in
other American citi'*^s -"'nd snould be in Veer^irij' rith the re-^nt-'-tion rn6 inoort" nee
of Cnic'^go. The folloY'inr: -ororjos'ls vere tnen of"^^red; 1. The amount necessrry
to crrry t: e festival to '^^"•.iccess in -^ manner wortliy of tlie G«^rTnpns in Chic-^o
should not be less th-n So^.OOO.On , 2. For this nur^iose Bonos of ^10 rnd f?20
denomim tion shmlo be s-ld r-nc taej^ siioulo be refieemed -^-rtlv or entirelv"
riCCortUnf: to tnp finrnci?l snares'? of t:-.e 'ind rtp'-in.c.

Chicagoer Ar'bpJter Zeitun|g| Decr-^mber 11th, 1S3Q'.

3t Those who do not wish to become Bondholders can make voluntary contributions of
any arao^Jint they 7;i3h. H, It is recom-nended to elect a Committee of 5 members for the
sale of these bonds an^ for the collection of the cash. 5. A Committee of 3 should be
elected to work out the publicity for t:.e whole r)or)ulation of Chic^n^o [^nd Cook County.
This financial -nla.n has be n taken from the Cleveland nlan at their* 1-st festival,
which Lc:.d been Droved a great success. It is not probable that the ^50,000 would be
fully reouired as even in the small CI veland festival $20,000 were taken in at the
gates, llo. 1 pronosal has been accer^ted after a short debate. Orjjinions about ?To. 2
proposal varied. Some held the amount of the bonds too low and some thought ^oy
increasing it the whole amount needed for tne festival could ne collected more easily,
ethers thou£;ht that the original T:)roT)Osal to make the bonds as low as r)ossible was
right and that they ^^rould be taken up quicker by the middle class. In conclusion tnis
pro^oosal as well as all others ha.ve been accer)ted in their original form. A r)roT)Osal
to nominate a Committee of 5 to renort in the next meeting was also accepted and Messrs.
Buchler, Bocke, Kad^sh, Somm.ers and Beiersdorf were elected. Mr. Amberg the President
of the Central Board said, that, he was pleased about tne lively interest, wnich T)roves

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Chica^goer Arteiter Zeitung, December 11, ISSO.

that there is no doubt about the success of the festival. The Cleveland Cl-ib has
advised to wait till the end of June, by which time also the Exhibition Buildings
will be free. The costs of the festival were anticipated as $^3,000.00, of
which quarters will be, $11,250, publicity(ads and orinting) $3,000.00, Music
$15,S60.00, Decorations $3,000.00, rent for halls $8,000.00, Miscellaneous
$1,500.00.

The meeting was adjourned till next Friday.

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Chicago Arbeiter Zeitun^, Dec. 6, 1330.

IN THE AURORA GYlva^ASTIC HALL

Last night an evening entertainment with dance was held, arranged by-
Messrs • V/olf, Leitner and Gloss •

The program was exceptionally well chosen thanks to the cooperation of
the entertainers; every seat in the lar^^-e hall was taken and a great number
of visitors had to reroain standing. The playing and execution of the program
in every respect was masterful. The gymnastic exercises on the horizontal
ba^, done by the members of the Aurora Club and the Chicago Gymnastic Club
were excellent and brought much applause. Llr. Barthmann, the well known
athlete, won the general admiration of the public by maniuplating the 200
pound heavy weights; also the faiaous club balancer, Mr. £. Leusch, showed
such skill and endurance that the public applauded him widly. The zither
entertainments by Messrs. Krause and Cabelli found much approval and had
to be repeated before the public was satisfied. To be just, it must be
stated that the most beautiful nuances of the zither play, and its soft

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Chicago Arbeiter ILeitungy Dec, 6, 1880 •

and agreeable vibrations v/ere lost because of the poor acoustics of the hall
The climax of the eveninc v;as the balancing and t^ymnastics executed on tv;o
upright ladders by the gymnasts Leitner, ..olf and Ohnesorge v;ith such sv;ift-
nesb and elegance, that the public rewarded them by an unlimited applause.

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Chica,_*oer .vrbeiter ^eitiir:^ - Get. 1.8, 1360 •

The threb fair.3 oi' ::he /.lexia.i Brothers v;ere very lovely an:: c-bove all
expecta"cion3» The firiarici-il result proiiises to be very satisfactory.
In Baun's lavillon toa-y a contest v;i]l be hela as to the r.ost popular
::iaa of the Jouthside anu the visitor v;ill :"*inG a rare selection of all
kinds of curiosities, -ts thev r^i.^-ht not easilv be fou a here in Chicac-o
on one an., the same place. In the Vorv/aerts Oymn'-istic hall last ni^Tht
a c^oat ;:yi.ana3'--ic perromance v; s *iven by the g^/innastic club ana the
Catholic Casino presente-i a nuriber oi* son^s, receivinr nuch applause.
ailso here an active ■> .;oularit\' contt^ot betv;een the different candidates
v.'ili be conv-.uctea. Tonirrht there ";; li be nusic and danciat> ^he great
attendance at the 3 fairs proves that hi "h. esteen zhe ..lexian ?>rc3. are
with the public, ^art of the lots have alreaa\ been sold anu it is
}^ecc:.:riended to visit the fairs and to suaoort one of the most beneficial
institutions in Ohicafo.

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CHICAGOER ABBEITEB ZEITUNG, September 13tli» 1880»

Das Schwabenfest.

Although rain was threatening. The Schwahen-Festival has been held, and It was
pleasant to observe, that the heavy overcast skies, did not disturb in the least,
the happy crowd, which has gathered for tne festival. We have to hand it to the
Schwaben« As usual, the Cannstatter festival commenced with a procession, moving
from Haymarket and W. Randolph Street to Ogden*s Grove > A lovely arrangement of
the procession, brought much acclaim, especially is this true of the people of
the North side, who in many instances decorated the buildings for this occasion.

Mr. W. Rapp held a festive speech in German, and Uayor Harrison, nho was supposed
to deliver a festive speech in English, wired to the Society from Plymouth,
Indiana, where he held a political speech the evening before, to have missed his
train, and could not be present at the appointed hour. At 8 o'clock however, he
did make his appearance, and at the general request made a short speech, for which
he was acclaimed* The entertainment for the rest of the evening, consisted of the
usual program on such joccasions*

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